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29 Jul 2026 at 11:42

Summary of the contracting process

Derby City Council has concluded a procurement process titled "ENQ1336 - Consultancy Roles", focusing on human resources management consultancy services. This procurement falls under the services category and was executed through the ESPO 3S_26 Strategic HR & Recruitment Services Framework. The contract was awarded to PENNA PLC, a large-scale supplier located in London. The procurement method was classified as 'Below threshold - unknown', with the process having reached the contract stage. The contract commenced on 20th July 2026 and is set to run until 19th January 2027, with the total contract value amounting to £113,587.20. This procurement event's legal framework adheres to the UKPGA 2023/54 legislation.

This contract presents notable opportunities for businesses in the consultancy domain, particularly those specializing in HR management services. It represents a vital platform for firms looking to partner with public sector entities within the United Kingdom, specifically in the East Midlands Region (UKF). Large consultancy firms with experience in handling sizeable public contracts will find this a beneficial venture, as it underscores the Derby City Council's commitment to leveraging external expertise to enhance its service delivery. Such tenders can enable businesses to build robust portfolios while contributing to the strategic development goals delineated by public authorities.

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Notice Title

ENQ1336 - Consultancy Roles

Notice Description

Appointment of an external consultant through ESPO 3S_26 Strategic HR & Recruitment Services Framework.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d660
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071670-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79414000 - Human resources management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£94,656 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
19 Jul 2026 - 19 Jan 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
DERBY CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
DERBY
Postcode
DE1 2FS
Post Town
Derby
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF11 Derby
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Derby
Electoral Ward
Darley
Westminster Constituency
Derby South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PENNA

Further Information

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