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title: "Professional services in relation to a review of North Downs Housing Ltd"
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buyer: "GUILDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL"
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# Professional services in relation to a review of North Downs Housing Ltd

Buyer: GUILDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-09b7dad5-d941-491a-a11f-cd892433102f

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## Summary

The public procurement process initiated by Guildford Borough Council, titled "Professional services in relation to a review of North Downs Housing Ltd", falls under the industry category of Business and management consultancy services. This tender was processed through a limited procurement method via competitive quotation, serving the locality of Guildford, England, with postal code GU2 4BB. Notably, the procurement stage has reached completion, as the award process was finalised on the 8th of April 2025. The contract period commenced on the same date and will conclude on the 8th of October 2025. The tender process, which ended on the 1st of November 2024, outlined the participation of SMEs and VCSEs (voluntary, community, and social enterprises).

This opportunity provides a significant platform for SMEs specialising in consultancy and management services to engage in public sector projects, fostering business growth through local government partnerships. With Guildford Borough Council as the contracting authority, organisations experienced in delivering strategic consultancy are well-positioned to benefit. The contract, valued at £35,000, was awarded to Altair Consultancy And Advisory Services Limited, highlighting the competitive potential for SMEs in the area. Businesses aiming to expand their service delivery within local governmental frameworks would have benefited from this tender, emphasising the importance of visibility and readiness for similar upcoming opportunities.

## Notice

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## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/544d93db-f06b-4b23-ab62-0b43f7f84962 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | 7 Apr 2025 - 8 Oct 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £35,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | GUILDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | GUILDFORD |
| Post town | Guildford |
| Postcode | GU2 4BB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ25 West Surrey |
| Local authority | Guildford |
| Electoral ward | St Nicolas |
| Westminster constituency | Guildford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ALTAIR CONSULTANCY AND ADVISORY SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

## Release History

- 26 Jun 2025 at 15:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/544d93db-f06b-4b23-ab62-0b43f7f84962

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/544d93db-f06b-4b23-ab62-0b43f7f84962
  26th June 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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