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TVCA-PROC-0759 - Tees Valley DMP Refresh

TEES VALLEY COMBINED AUTHORITY

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Summary of the contracting process

The Tees Valley Combined Authority has successfully awarded a contract to Coral and Crown Ltd for the “TVCA-PROC-0759 - Tees Valley DMP Refresh” project. This project falls under the services category, specifically focusing on project management consultancy within the tourism strategy sector. The procurement process was conducted using a limited method, allowing below-threshold, limited competition. The contract became active on 6th May 2026, and is scheduled to end on 6th November 2026, with a potential extension of up to six months. The project will be delivered in the United Kingdom, primarily in the region of UKC1.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in destination management or tourism strategy consultancy. SMEs, like Coral and Crown Ltd, are particularly well-suited to benefit from such tenders, given the below-threshold procurement approach that favours smaller, competitive bids. Engaging in this sector could be highly beneficial for consultancy firms aiming to expand their portfolio within regional development and tourism enhancement projects. Businesses with expertise in project management consultancy and related services that can meet the specific regional needs have the potential to leverage such projects for substantial growth.

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Notice Title

TVCA-PROC-0759 - Tees Valley DMP Refresh

Notice Description

Tees Valley Combined Authority (TVCA) ('the contracting authority') have awarded a contract to Coral and Crown for the services of an experienced destination management or tourism strategy consultancy.,

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06915c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041288-2026
Current Stage
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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

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72224000 - Project management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£45,065 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£45,065 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Apr 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
5 May 2026 - 6 Nov 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TEES VALLEY COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DARLINGTON
Postcode
DL2 1NJ
Post Town
Darlington
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC33 Darlington
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Darlington
Electoral Ward
Sadberge & Middleton St George
Westminster Constituency
Stockton West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CORAL AND CROWN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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