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title: "Probation Reform \"Critical Friend\" Consultancy Support"
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# Probation Reform "Critical Friend" Consultancy Support

Buyer: MINISTRY OF JUSTICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6e04bdb2-6dca-41e6-83f7-114711f4d56a

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Ministry of Justice, which sought consultancy support for Probation Reform titled "Critical Friend" under research consultancy services, classified under CPV 73210000. The procurement method was selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement, with the tender period closing on 19th August 2020. The awarded contract, valued at £46,080, commenced on 20th August 2020 and concluded on 21st August 2021, taking place in London, United Kingdom.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in research consultancy services. Businesses that offer expertise in reform and consultancy within the public sector may find this contract particularly appealing. Firms with a proven track record in providing consultancy and analytical support to governmental organisations could leverage this opportunity to expand their portfolio and foster new partnerships within the sector.

## Notice

Probation Reform "Critical Friend" Consultancy Support

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c3baec55-32bf-4beb-95c8-498f9eea7687 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Feb 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Aug 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Aug 2020 |
| Contract period | 19 Aug 2020 - 21 Aug 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £46,080 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £46,080 |
| 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 | MINISTRY OF JUSTICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E14 4PU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI42 Tower Hamlets |
| Local authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Electoral ward | Canary Wharf |
| Westminster constituency | Poplar and Limehouse |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ARCADIS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73210000 - Research consultancy services

## Release History

- 3 Feb 2022 at 15:22 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c3baec55-32bf-4beb-95c8-498f9eea7687

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c3baec55-32bf-4beb-95c8-498f9eea7687
  3rd February 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/70265561-0ee3-40d6-8734-0d00befddeda
  n/a

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