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title: "Exploration of the Viability and Impact of Franchising in Milton Keynes"
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# Exploration of the Viability and Impact of Franchising in Milton Keynes

Buyer: MILTON KEYNES COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5f002f91-d769-4aa8-9883-6c8716dec178

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## Summary

Milton Keynes Council has completed the procurement process titled "Exploration of the Viability and Impact of Franchising in Milton Keynes," which falls under the industry category of Research and Development services and related consultancy services. This project, intended to review the factors involved in developing franchising in Milton Keynes, saw its contract awarded on 4th September 2024, with the tender period ending on 3rd September 2024. The project will take place from 12th September 2024 to 29th November 2024, in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method used was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, with a contract value of £49,950 GBP.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specializing in consultancy and research services, particularly those with experience in franchising models. It is particularly suited for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) given its emphasis on local development and tailored consultancy. Large-scale organisations like OVE ARUP & PARTNERS INTERNATIONAL LIMITED, the chosen supplier for this contract, may find value in such projects due to their ability to leverage extensive resources and expertise to deliver comprehensive studies and strategic insights. Such tenders provide a platform for businesses to showcase their capabilities in driving regional economic development through specialised research and consultancy.

## Notice

reviewing what will be involved in developing franchising in Milton Keynes

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dd8f6151-2cdd-4557-b3c1-3e70fc982aa7 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | 11 Sep 2024 - 29 Nov 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £49,950 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £49,950 |
| 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 | MILTON KEYNES COUNCIL |
| Locality | MILTON KEYNES |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK9 3EJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ12 Milton Keynes |
| Local authority | Milton Keynes |
| Electoral ward | Central Milton Keynes |
| Westminster constituency | Milton Keynes Central |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | OVE ARUP & PARTNERS INTERNATIONAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 6 Sep 2024 at 12:28 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dd8f6151-2cdd-4557-b3c1-3e70fc982aa7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dd8f6151-2cdd-4557-b3c1-3e70fc982aa7
  6th September 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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