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title: "Contract for provision of services in the development of an Economic Growth Strategy for West Northamptonshire"
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# Contract for provision of services in the development of an Economic Growth Strategy for West Northamptonshire

Buyer: WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-901993e4-a4f2-4c21-b9cc-1e1522012e4d

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## Summary

The procurement process undertaken by West Northamptonshire Council involved awarding a contract for the provision of services in the development of an Economic Growth Strategy for West Northamptonshire. The contract, classified under research and development services and related consultancy services (CPV: 73000000), was awarded to GC Insight Ltd. This contract aims to produce an inclusive and sustainable framework for economic growth across the area, with input from key stakeholders, including business and community groups. The procurement stage is complete and the award was published on 10 September 2024. The contract period is set from 5 August 2024 to 5 February 2025. The contract was procured via a limited competitive quotation method, as it fell below the procurement threshold, with the total contract value being £64,100 GBP.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in consultancy services, particularly those focused on economic development. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given the procurement method's suitability criteria. Businesses that can offer expertise in economic strategy development, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable growth frameworks will find this tender advantageous for growth. By aiding in the development of West Northamptonshire's first economic strategy, the contracted services will not only benefit the local council but also foster business expansion, innovation, and community development.

## Notice

Development of the first economic strategy for West Northamptonshire, the strategy will be developed by consultants with extensive input from key stakeholders, including business and community groups, to produce an inclusive and sustainable framework for economic growth across the area.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e89b309a-17db-4f51-b374-3ded6068081b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 4 Aug 2024 - 5 Feb 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £64,100 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £64,100 |
| 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 | WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | NORTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Northampton |
| Postcode | NN1 1ED |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF24 West Northamptonshire |
| Local authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Northampton North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GC INSIGHT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 10 Sep 2024 at 11:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e89b309a-17db-4f51-b374-3ded6068081b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e89b309a-17db-4f51-b374-3ded6068081b
  10th September 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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