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title: "CCCC18A16 - Primary Contract Variation 1"
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buyer: "CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE"
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# CCCC18A16 - Primary Contract Variation 1

Buyer: CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-16062336-0d6a-4c79-91ad-f126c728c647

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## Summary

The procurement process pertains to the Crown Commercial Service, who is seeking services related to the "CCCC18A16 - Primary Contract Variation 1" aimed at providing Complex Transactions Co-Sourcing Commercial Consultancy Support. This contract falls under the research and development consultancy services category, with a total value of £3,450,000. The contract was awarded on 29 March 2018 and is active from 9 April 2018 until 9 October 2019. This selective procurement method was conducted as a call-off from a framework agreement, and the services are deliverable across various locations including the UK and British Overseas Territories.

This opportunity could represent significant business growth for firms specialising in consultancy services, particularly those experienced in complex transactional engagements. Businesses with a strong background in research and development consultancy, particularly large-scale firms, may find themselves well-positioned to compete for such contracts. As the procurement authority is aligned with a reputable governmental body, the contract's fulfilment might also enhance the winning supplier's portfolio and credibility in the industry.

## Notice

Provision of Complex Transactions Co-Sourcing Commercial Consultancy Support

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5fb3871b-beae-4a73-b272-62224460e9e8 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Apr 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Mar 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Mar 2018 |
| Contract period | 8 Apr 2018 - 9 Oct 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,450,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £3,450,000 |
| 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 | CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L3 9PP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | City Centre North |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ERNST & YOUNG |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 5 Apr 2019 at 08:57 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5fb3871b-beae-4a73-b272-62224460e9e8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5fb3871b-beae-4a73-b272-62224460e9e8
  5th April 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6aa594b6-f097-4565-96cf-e17c556aaed9
  Variation Document

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/crown-commercial-service

## Provenance

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