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22 Jul 2026 at 11:20

Summary of the contracting process

Buckinghamshire Council has finalised a procurement process through a direct award for the provision of Independent Health Complaints Advocacy services. The contract, valued at GBP 46,998.22, was awarded to The Advocacy People, a large-scale supplier, for a period starting on 1 July 2026 and concluding on 30 June 2027. This procurement, classified under the health and social work services category, was conducted as a light-touch, below-threshold process without competition. The Council, acting as the buyer, is located in Aylesbury, UK, within the UKJ13 region. The procurement process has reached the award and contract stage, indicating its completion and active status.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in health and social work services, particularly those capable of providing comprehensive advocacy support. The structured nature of the direct award process implies that emerging businesses might benefit from understanding such procurement methods, potentially aiding in future engagements with public authorities. The Advocacy People's success reflects the potential for large organisations with relevant industry experience to secure government contracts, which can result in significant business growth and the expansion of service portfolios. Businesses that can navigate light-touch procedures and leverage their scale and expertise stand well-positioned to compete in this sector.

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Notice Title

Independent Health Complaints Advocacy

Notice Description

Buckinghamshire Council has awarded a 12-month contract for the provision of Independent Health complaints advocacy via a Direct Award starting on the 1 July 2026, expiring on the 30 June 2027

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d0c1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069117-2026
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£46,998 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2027 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
BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
AYLESBURY
Postcode
HP19 8FF
Post Town
Hemel Hempstead
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ13 Buckinghamshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Buckinghamshire
Electoral Ward
Aylesbury North West
Westminster Constituency
Aylesbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE ADVOCACY PEOPLE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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