Cheshire and Warrington Combined Authority India Engagement Evidence Base and Programme Planning

CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER COUNCIL

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09 Jul 2026 at 15:15

Summary of the contracting process

Cheshire West and Chester Council has successfully completed a procurement process titled "Cheshire and Warrington Combined Authority India Engagement Evidence Base and Programme Planning," which focuses on services within the business development consultancy sector. This contract, awarded on 9th July 2026, and set to be active until 18th December 2026, is carried out under a limited procurement method, suggesting a relatively low threshold of competition. The procurement aims to enhance trade and investment between India and the UK, involving various aspects such as proposition development, stakeholder mapping, and cultural awareness. The project is situated in the UK, specifically targeting the Cheshire and Warrington area for implementation. The awarded contract holds potential for a three-month extension, allowing further engagement till March 2027, dependent on project needs.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses with expertise in UK-India trade relations, particularly those capable of providing strategic insights and facilitation in international engagement projects. Firms with established networks and experience in working with public sector partnerships could greatly benefit from engaging with such procurements. SMEs, like the UK-India Business Council, which successfully secured the contract, exemplify the ideal candidates—those possessing specialised knowledge and a track record of delivering consultancy services aligned with business development and programme planning in international markets. This contract is not only a gateway to demonstrating capability but also a stepping stone towards establishing long-term partnerships with regional authorities seeking to expand their economic engagements internationally.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Cheshire and Warrington Combined Authority India Engagement Evidence Base and Programme Planning

Notice Description

CWCA requires a specialist provider with demonstrable India-UK trade and investment expertise, established in-market networks and experience working with regional public sector partnerships. The provider will support: * proposition development * stakeholder and investor mapping * delegation optimisation advice * programme planning * advice on logistics * cultural awareness and market-readiness support * strategic introductions and meeting coordination * mission preparation and coordination * pre- and post-mission engagement activity * post-mission pipeline development

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c7e6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064875-2026
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

79411100 - Business development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£33,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
8 Jul 2026 - 18 Dec 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ELLESMERE PORT
Postcode
CH65 0BA
Post Town
Chester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cheshire West and Chester
Electoral Ward
Central & Grange
Westminster Constituency
Ellesmere Port and Bromborough

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UK-INDIA BUSINESS COUNCIL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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