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title: "SOW 7 - Development of a Competency Framework for the Commercial and Procurement Future Target Operating Model (CPS FTOM) and Options paper for Entry Routes/Emerging Talent Pathways"
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# SOW 7 - Development of a Competency Framework for the Commercial and Procurement Future Target Operating Model (CPS FTOM) and Options paper for Entry Routes/Emerging Talent Pathways

Buyer: BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-65080e2a-78be-4229-a696-2fd057274b73

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## Summary

Birmingham City Council has concluded a procurement process titled "SOW 7 - Development of a Competency Framework for the Commercial and Procurement Future Target Operating Model (CPS FTOM) and Options Paper for Entry Routes/Emerging Talent Pathways." This procurement falls under the industry category of general management consultancy services, with a specific focus on framework development and talent pathways. The service is located in the West Midlands, United Kingdom, with the contract period running from 20th January 2026 to 2nd April 2026. The procurement process utilised a selective method, specifically a call-off under the YPO Managing Consultancy and Professional Services Framework Agreement. The tender has reached the award stage with an active status, and the awarded contract was published on 17th February 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in consultancy services to expand their market presence, particularly companies capable of developing comprehensive competency frameworks for procurement operations. The project is ideal for large consultancy firms, SMEs, and businesses interested in enhancing public sector procurement efficiencies. The buyer, Birmingham City Council, along with Reed Talent Solutions Ltd as the awarded supplier, highlights the collaboration opportunities available for businesses ready to contribute to governmental operational improvements. Engaging in such contracts can open opportunities for ongoing partnerships and positioning as a preferred government consultancy partner.

## Notice

Development of a Competency Framework for the Commercial and Procurement Future Target Operating Model (CPS FTOM) and Options paper for Entry Routes/Emerging Talent Pathways. This is a call off under YPO Managing Consultancy and Professional Services Framework Agreement (1141)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a1f3d436-9255-4f96-a9ca-af0ae63f0c26 |
| 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 |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 20 Jan 2026 - 2 Apr 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £44,580 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £44,580 |
| 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 | BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B4 7WB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Newtown |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | REED TALENT SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79411000 - General management consultancy services

## Release History

- 17 Feb 2026 at 09:59 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a1f3d436-9255-4f96-a9ca-af0ae63f0c26

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a1f3d436-9255-4f96-a9ca-af0ae63f0c26
  17th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/

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