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PBS Refresh Framework for Growth

DUDLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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04 Feb 2026 at 13:36

Summary of the contracting process

Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council has completed the procurement process for the "PBS Refresh Framework for Growth" aimed at renewing the Place Based Strategy and identifying risks and opportunities for economic growth within the borough over the next five years. The contract, which falls under the services category, was awarded through a limited competition below the threshold, with the procurement phase classified as complete. The process culminated with the signing of the contract with GC Insight Ltd on 30th January 2026, and the contract period spans from 1st February to 31st March 2026. The awarded contract has a gross value of GBP 46,770, with the work primarily taking place in the UKG36 region, which includes Dudley.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research and development consultancy services, particularly those having expertise in economic strategy and community growth. GC Insight Ltd, a small to medium-sized enterprise in Manchester, successfully secured the contract, highlighting that SMEs equipped with innovative insights and strong research credentials might perform well in such procurement processes. This framework allows for collaborative engagement in shaping local economic growth strategies, offering a platform for businesses that can contribute to sustainable community and economic development initiatives.

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Notice Title

PBS Refresh Framework for Growth

Notice Description

A refresh of the Place Based Strategy (PBS) together with a targeted evidence-based synthesis of the most significant risks, opportunities for economic growth in the borough for the next 5 years.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0646fb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009995-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73210000 - Research consultancy services

73220000 - Development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£38,975 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DUDLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
corporate.procurement@dudley.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
DUDLEY
Postcode
DY1 1HF
Post Town
Dudley
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG36 Dudley
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Dudley
Electoral Ward
St. James's
Westminster Constituency
Dudley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GC INSIGHT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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