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title: "Evaluation of Strengthening Communities - Volunteering in Lancashire Programme"
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# Evaluation of Strengthening Communities - Volunteering in Lancashire Programme

Buyer: BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-449a52c8-3e3c-4656-ab47-ceffc590e6bc

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Evaluation of Strengthening Communities - Volunteering in Lancashire Programme" was conducted by Blackburn with Darwen, a local authority located in Blackburn, England. The contract, valued at £35,748 and classified under evaluation consultancy services, was awarded to RSM UK Consulting LLP. The procurement method used was an open procedure, and the contract period lasted from 12 September 2017 until 31 December 2019. This contract opportunity is related to the services sector, specifically focusing on community and volunteer support initiatives. The tender period concluded on 14 August 2017.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses in the evaluation consultancy and community services sectors to expand their operations. Companies specialising in community engagement, programme evaluation, and similar consultancy services could find this type of contract particularly suitable for their expertise. By engaging in such contracts, businesses can enhance their portfolio, build relationships with local authorities, and contribute positively to community development initiatives in the North West region of the United Kingdom.

## Notice

Awarded to RSM Consulting

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7f9b291-3781-4b4b-a01b-18e22cca6675 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Jun 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Aug 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Sep 2017 |
| Contract period | 11 Sep 2017 - 31 Dec 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £35,748 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £35,748 |
| 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 | BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN |
| Locality | BLACKBURN |
| Post town | Blackburn |
| Postcode | BB2 1DH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD41 Blackburn with Darwen |
| Local authority | Blackburn with Darwen |
| Electoral ward | Blackburn Central |
| Westminster constituency | Blackburn |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RSM UK CONSULTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79419000 - Evaluation consultancy services

## Release History

- 5 Jun 2018 at 10:16 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7f9b291-3781-4b4b-a01b-18e22cca6675

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7f9b291-3781-4b4b-a01b-18e22cca6675
  5th June 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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