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Evaluation for the WMCA Investment into project Polly

WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY

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07 May 2026 at 12:19

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by the West Midlands Combined Authority, involved the evaluation consultancy services for assessing the impact of an investment into Project Polly. The project, which aims to measure the economic contribution to the West Midlands economy, is set in Birmingham, United Kingdom. The procurement method was limited, described as below threshold with limited competition. The process culminated with an award on 23rd April 2026, and the contract commenced on the same date, scheduled to conclude by 5th October 2026. The overall contract value is £38,190 gross, and the procurement pertains to the services category in the regional screen sector.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for consultancy firms specialising in evaluation services to expand their market presence and contribute to regional development. Companies well-suited for this contract are those with expertise in economic impact assessment, preferably with experience in the entertainment or media sector. Participation in such projects can enhance the firm's reputation and lead to further engagement opportunities with public authorities. Additionally, businesses capable of delivering insights into regional economic growth and those interested in supporting local supply chains would find this tender particularly advantageous.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Evaluation for the WMCA Investment into project Polly

Notice Description

West Midlands Combined Authority are recruiting for the consultancy to assist with the evaluation of the impact of an investment of PS1.4m into the production of Project Polly to mobilise from a base in the West Midlands. This evaluation will assess the economic contribution of Project Polly being produced within the West Midlands. The focus will be on quantifying the Gross Value Added (GVA) to the West Midlands economy and identifying key outcomes and outputs for the regional screen sector and associated supply chains.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069355
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041917-2026
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

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

CPV Codes

79419000 - Evaluation consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£31,825 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Apr 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
22 Apr 2026 - 5 Oct 2026 1-6 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
WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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
Not specified
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Newtown
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BURNS OWENS PARTNERSHIP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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