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30 Jul 2026 at 10:25

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for strategic consultancy provision has been completed by the Police and Crime Commissioner for Lincolnshire. This contract, titled "Strategic Consultancy Provision," falls under the industry category of business and management consultancy and related services. It is associated with the location in Lincolnshire, particularly focusing on addressing recommendations within the HMICFRS Engage findings Phase 1. The contract was awarded through a direct procurement method below threshold without competition. Key dates include the contract period from 11th February 2026 to 30th June 2026, with the award being made active on 30th July 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly those involved in consultancy services, to participate in government-related projects. Companies specialising in business and management consultancy, like the awarded supplier NXN Advisory Ltd, are well-suited to compete for similar contracts. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) focusing on strategic consultancy can find opportunities to expand their business through such engagements. The procurement's focus on addressing specific organisational findings could also open paths for businesses that can offer tailored consultancy solutions.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Strategic Consultancy Provision

Notice Description

Consultancy support services to assist with addressing recommendations within the HMICFRS Engage findings Phase 1

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d75d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072083-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

79900000 - Miscellaneous business and business-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£40,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Feb 20265 months ago
Contract Period
11 Feb 2026 - 30 Jun 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
POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR LINCOLNSHIRE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LINCOLN
Postcode
LN2 2LT
Post Town
Lincoln
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF3 Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF30 Lincolnshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
West Lindsey
Electoral Ward
Nettleham
Westminster Constituency
Gainsborough

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NXN ADVISORY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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