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title: "TCR and Target Operating Model (TOM) Design"
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# TCR and Target Operating Model (TOM) Design

Buyer: LIVERPOOL CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0fa7fc31-a891-465e-829d-ebc5040a8a82

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## Summary

Liverpool City Council recently completed a procurement process for the design of a Target Operating Model (TOM) and Targeted Comprehensive Redesign (TCR) with a project value of £320,700. This procurement, classified under highways consultancy services, took place in the North West of the United Kingdom and was aimed at experienced consultants. The tender transitioned through the award stage on 5th March 2026 and the contract commenced on 24th March 2026, concluding on 21st September 2027. The procurement method is categorised as "Other," and it was specifically open to small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

This contract presents a significant opportunity for consultancy businesses, particularly those with expertise in developing and implementing target operating models within the public sector. Firms experienced in highways consultancy services would be well aligned to benefit from this sector-specific demand. SMEs could find this particularly appealing, given the suitability requirements. With Liverpool City Council as the buying authority, businesses participating in this procurement could establish strategic partnerships and enhance their portfolio with a high-profile local government project.

## Notice

Liverpool City Council is seeking an experienced consultant to support in the design of a target operating model.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5cf68365-9121-42a1-8895-e6d2414f5410 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 24 Mar 2026 - 21 Sep 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £350,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £320,700 |
| 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 | LIVERPOOL CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L3 1DS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | Waterfront South |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ATKINSREALIS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71311210 - Highways consultancy services

## Release History

- 9 Apr 2026 at 13:13 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5cf68365-9121-42a1-8895-e6d2414f5410

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5cf68365-9121-42a1-8895-e6d2414f5410
  9th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.liverpool.gov.uk

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