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Mayoral Development Corporation & Zone Consultancy

WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY

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18 Feb 2026 at 09:57

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) focuses on the Mayoral Development Corporation & Zone Consultancy, classified under 'Miscellaneous business and business-related services'. This service procurement, located in the UKG region, is in the award stage with the contract signed on 17th February 2026. The contract involves a consultancy role handled by Dovehouse Consultants, acting on behalf of WMCA to facilitate the submission for Mayoral Delivery Corporation status. The procurement method employed is limited, meaning the award was made directly to Constellia Public Limited without prior publication of a call for competition, primarily due to the directive's scope. The contract value is GBP 30,247.92, set between 14th January 2026 and 31st March 2026.

This tender presents business growth opportunities, particularly for large consultancy firms with expertise in regional development and governance. By engaging with WMCA, businesses can strengthen their portfolio of government contracts, establishing themselves in the sector of business-related services. Firms with capabilities to manage and commission regional development projects stand to benefit most from the contract's scope, focusing on significant urban governance initiatives within the UK. The direct award procedure reflects WMCA's intention to expedite the hiring process for seasoned entities in developmental consultancy, consolidating their competitive advantage in the field.

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Notice Title

Mayoral Development Corporation & Zone Consultancy

Notice Description

WMCA are looking to appoint a consultant to act as Senior Responsible Officer on behalf of the WMCA and lead on instruction and commissioning of Deloitte to ensure a robust and acceptable submission for Mayoral Delivery Corporation status to the Secretary of State, and the appropriate establishment of the Mayoral Delivery Zone.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This consultancy is awarded to Chris Ives of Dovehouse consultants via Constellia as a neutral vendor, 14th January 2026 - 31st March 2026

Procurement Information

This contract is awarded to Constellia Public Limited, they are a neutral vendor who subcontract the work out to Dovehouse Consultants Ltd. The framework allows for a direct award without prior publication.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0656b5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014606-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79900000 - Miscellaneous business and business-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£30,247 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Feb 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Feb 20266 days ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Lydia Russell
Contact Email
lydia.russell@wmca.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B19 3SD
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Newtown
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CONSTELLIA PUBLIC

Further Information

Notice URLs

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