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title: "STEP Fusion Discovery Centre Phase 1 - East Midlands Combined County Authority"
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# STEP Fusion Discovery Centre Phase 1 - East Midlands Combined County Authority

Buyer: NOTTINGHAMSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5755b89f-ee72-413a-83c1-409acdf42a1f

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## Summary

The STEP Fusion Discovery Centre Phase 1 procurement process involves the Nottinghamshire County Council, aiming to support the East Midlands Combined County Authority. This contract falls within the "Other community, social and personal services" category, seeking to collaborate with the Supercluster Portfolio Team to identify priorities and design ambitions. The procurement was carried out through a direct award method, and the award stage was completed on 18th August 2025. The project spans from 21st August 2025 to 27th November 2025, focusing on services within England, United Kingdom, with a total value of £49,440 awarded to Reed Talent Solutions Limited (trading as Consultancy+).

This tender presents several growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs capable of delivering community and personal services. The direct award method streamlines the procurement, allowing for quick engagement and execution by qualified vendors like Reed Talent Solutions Limited. Businesses with experience in providing strategic community-focused services, especially those based in the East Midlands region, are well-suited to meet the contract requirements and leverage this opportunity to expand their portfolio and impact in the public sector. The project emphasizes collaboration and strategic planning, offering substantial potential for SMEs with innovative solutions and collaborative capabilities.

## Notice

STEP Fusion Discovery Centre Phase 1 support for East Midlands Combined County Authority. The aim of Phase 1 of this project is to work with the Supercluster Portfolio Team to identify our priorities and design ambition. Awarded through YPO 1141

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e407b9e-82e1-491d-a925-223736893d20 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | 20 Aug 2025 - 27 Nov 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £49,440 |
| 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 | NOTTINGHAMSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | NOTTINGHAM |
| Post town | Nottingham |
| Postcode | NG2 7QP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF16 South Nottinghamshire |
| Local authority | Rushcliffe |
| Electoral ward | Trent Bridge |
| Westminster constituency | Rushcliffe |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | REED TALENT SOLUTIONS LIMITED (TRADING AS CONSULTANCY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

## Release History

- 13 Nov 2025 at 16:51 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e407b9e-82e1-491d-a925-223736893d20

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e407b9e-82e1-491d-a925-223736893d20
  13th November 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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