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ASB Consultation - Focus Groups

POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR LANCASHIRE

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02 Jun 2026 at 08:02

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
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27 May 2026 at 12:28

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Summary of the contracting process

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Lancashire has concluded a procurement process titled "ASB Consultation - Focus Groups". This public procurement, categorized under research and related consultancy services, is aimed at gathering community insights about anti-social behaviour (ASB) and related crime. The procurement was conducted using a limited competition method, outlined under UKPGA legislation 2023/54. The contract was awarded to TONIC CONSULTANTS LIMITED, commencing on 1st June 2026 and anticipated to end by 30th September 2026. The total contract value is £33,300, and it involves service delivery in the United Kingdom, specifically within the UKD4 region.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium enterprises involved in research, consultancy, and community engagement services. Businesses with expertise in conducting focus groups and those experienced in working with local authorities to address community and social issues stand to benefit immensely. By participating in such tenders, these organisations can build their portfolios and establish stronger relationships with sub-central governmental bodies, enhancing their market presence and expertise in civic engagement projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ASB Consultation - Focus Groups

Notice Description

The OPCC is seeking a Supplier to provide meaningful engagement with communities to gather a broad range of insights and understand the true impact of ASB and related crime.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a644
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051667-2026
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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£27,750 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jun 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 May 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 30 Sep 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
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

TONIC CONSULTANTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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