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Recruitment of a Strategic Police Advisor (PIP 4)

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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08 Apr 2026 at 11:21

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence, a central government public authority based in Glasgow, has recently awarded a contract for consultancy services titled "Recruitment of a Strategic Police Advisor (PIP 4)." This procurement falls under the services category and pertains to safety consultancy, with a focus on defence and security. The process utilised a direct procurement method, specifically below threshold without competition, highlighting the strategic nature of the assignment. The contract was signed on 23rd March 2026, and will run until 16th September 2027, with potential renewal options extending into 2028. The award stage is currently active, with Ian Hunter Consultancy Ltd appointed as the supplier.

The procurement of a Strategic Police Advisor represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in consultancy services, particularly those experienced in safety and defence-related policies. SMEs similar to Ian Hunter Consultancy Ltd, which successfully secured this contract, may find similar opportunities within defence and security sectors, catering to central government needs. Companies with a strong background in police advisory and strategic consultancy services are well-positioned to benefit from such specialised government contracts, especially those that can offer niche expertise and accredited advisory capacities at the required PIP 4 level.

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Notice Title

Recruitment of a Strategic Police Advisor (PIP 4)

Notice Description

Consultancy Service for a Strategic Police Advisor Accredited at PIP 4 level

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067dde
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031890-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79417000 - Safety consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£284,166 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
23 Mar 2026 - 16 Sep 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 8EX
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

IAN HUNTER CONSULTANCY

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