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03 Aug 2026 at 10:45

Summary of the contracting process

The Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Northamptonshire has completed a public procurement process for the "Provision of Springboard Women’s Development Programme," targeting education and training services in the Northamptonshire region (UKF24 and UKF25). The tender was executed without competition due to being below the threshold, with 2CFutures Ltd awarded the contract. This contract, signed on 25th June 2026, commenced on 13th July 2026 and is set to conclude on 12th July 2027, with potential extensions available through to 2029. The procurement falls under the "services" category and has been valued at £45,000. The contractual engagement highlights a targeted approach to enhancing women’s development, aligning with local governmental training initiatives.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialising in education and training services, particularly those focusing on empowerment and personal development programmes for women. Companies with expertise in these areas and a track record of delivering effective training solutions will find this contract advantageous. The recognition and engagement with public authorities like the Northamptonshire Police can be a compelling addition to a company's portfolio, potentially fostering further contracts within the public sector. The direct procurement method suggests a streamlined process favouring well-positioned, reputable entities ready to deliver specialised services efficiently.

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Notice Title

Provision of Springboard Women's Development Programme

Notice Description

Provision of Springboard Women's Development Programme for Northamptonshire Police

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d9bb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073091-2026
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

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£45,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Aug 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
12 Jul 2026 - 12 Jul 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
THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WELLINGBOROUGH
Postcode
NN8 6GS
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF25 North Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
North Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Brickhill and Queensway
Westminster Constituency
Wellingborough and Rushden

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

2CFUTURES

Further Information

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