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Evaluation of the Lancashire DA PCSO Model

POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR LANCASHIRE

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30 Mar 2026 at 10:49

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Summary of the contracting process

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Lancashire has completed the procurement process to evaluate the Lancashire Domestic Abuse Police Community Safety Officer (DA PCSO) Model. This contract, titled "Evaluation of the Lancashire DA PCSO Model," falls under the services industry category, specifically within research and development consultancy services. The procurement method used was limited competition, below the threshold. The contract has been awarded to I-THREE MANAGEMENT CONSULTING LTD, based in Maidstone. The service delivery will occur in the region of UKD4, United Kingdom, with the contract period spanning from 1st April 2026 to 31st December 2026. The contract, signed on 30th March 2026, holds a gross value of GBP 36,000.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in evaluation, research, and consultancy services, particularly those with experience in public safety and community programmes. SMEs like I-THREE MANAGEMENT CONSULTING LTD, which was awarded this contract, are well-suited to compete due to their agility and capability to provide detailed analytical reports. Businesses in the consultancy sector looking to grow by engaging with public service evaluations can find such opportunities lucrative, especially if they can provide insights into effective community safety initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Evaluation of the Lancashire DA PCSO Model

Notice Description

The Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner has provided funding for eight additional Police Community Safety Officers (PCSOs) to operate within Lancashire Constabulary's south division. The OPCC is seeking an evaluator who can provide a comprehensive report looking at the efficacy and impact of the DA PCSO role, and provide recommendations on expansion and continuation of the post, required changes and development opportunities.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06779f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029006-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£30,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Mar 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Mar 20265 days ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR LANCASHIRE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PRESTON
Postcode
PR4 5SB
Post Town
Preston
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD45 Mid Lancashire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Preston
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Preston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

I-THREE MANAGEMENT CONSULTING

Further Information

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