--- title: "ENQ980- Public Consultation and Engagement Services" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-3ec59442-99cb-451f-81bf-ebffa2d2b1a4" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-3ec59442-99cb-451f-81bf-ebffa2d2b1a4" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3ec59442-99cb-451f-81bf-ebffa2d2b1a4.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3ec59442-99cb-451f-81bf-ebffa2d2b1a4.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "DERBY CITY COUNCIL" published: "2025-04-16" --- # ENQ980- Public Consultation and Engagement Services Buyer: DERBY CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3ec59442-99cb-451f-81bf-ebffa2d2b1a4 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-3ec59442-99cb-451f-81bf-ebffa2d2b1a4) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3ec59442-99cb-451f-81bf-ebffa2d2b1a4.json) ## Summary Derby City Council is procuring Public Consultation and Engagement Services under the title "ENQ980 - Public Consultation and Engagement Services". This tender falls under the industry category of general management consultancy services (CPV code 79411000) and is located in the East Midlands, United Kingdom. The procurement stage is currently at the award update stage, with the contract awarded to Public Perspectives Ltd on 17th September 2024. The initial contract period will span from 31st October 2024 to 30th October 2027, with an option to extend for an additional two years subject to performance and business needs. Key deadlines include the expression of interest and documentation request by 17:00 on 25th July 2024 and the return deadline at 14:00 on 26th July 2024. The procurement method utilized is a competitive quotation below the threshold. This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs that specialize in consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in public consultation and engagement. Winning this contract could provide substantial business growth through a consistent three-year engagement with potential extensions, amplifying long-term sustainability and client portfolio expansion. Suitable businesses to compete for this tender include those experienced in conducting public consultations, community engagement, data collection, and analytical services, with the ability to work closely with local governmental bodies to meet community needs. The limited procurement method ensures a competitive yet accessible process for qualified SMEs. ## Notice Derby City Council (the Council) is undertaking this procurement to establish a contract for the Provision of Public Consultation and Engagement Services. The initial contract period is 3 years; the contract is estimated to commence 01/04/2025 and expire 31/03/2028. There will be an option to extend the contract for 2 years in annual increments, subject to satisfactory performance and business needs. Maximum contract period is 5 years. Additional information: Please note suppliers wishing to express interest and obtain the documentation must do so by 17:00 on Thursday 25th July 2024. It is recommended that you express interest and obtain the documentation well before this time to allow sufficient time to prepare and submit a bid. The deadline for returns is 14:00pm on Friday 26th July 2024. Documents are available at https://www.eastmidstenders.org/ Please search for ENQ980 or DN730148 Please note: we will only accept expressions of interest through the e-tendering system. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f672799b-3d31-4add-98bb-6be8cbbd8d55 | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Limited | | Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 16 Apr 2025 | | Submission deadline | 24 Jul 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 16 Sep 2024 | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £80,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £80,000 | | 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 | DERBY CITY COUNCIL | | Locality | DERBY | | Post town | Derby | | Postcode | DE1 2FS | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire | | ITL 3 | TLF11 Derby | | Local authority | Derby | | Electoral ward | Darley | | Westminster constituency | Derby South | | Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | PUBLIC PERSPECTIVES | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79411000 - General management consultancy services ## Release History - 16 Apr 2025 at 14:46 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f672799b-3d31-4add-98bb-6be8cbbd8d55 - 17 Sep 2024 at 11:22 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f672799b-3d31-4add-98bb-6be8cbbd8d55 - 1 Jul 2024 at 10:44 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7f0cfaa-57fd-40d1-8138-86b0ecb0f18e - 28 Jun 2024 at 14:16 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7f0cfaa-57fd-40d1-8138-86b0ecb0f18e ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f672799b-3d31-4add-98bb-6be8cbbd8d55 16th April 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7f0cfaa-57fd-40d1-8138-86b0ecb0f18e 1st July 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://www.eastmidstenders.org/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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