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title: "GB-Manchester: ACE 706 CCS - Digital Strategy final business case"
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# GB-Manchester: ACE 706 CCS - Digital Strategy final business case

Buyer: THE ARTS COUNCIL OF ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a2aa6c81-78be-4271-9b7a-56baf08f9c52

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## Summary

The procurement process involves The Arts Council of England, headquartered in Manchester, aiming to develop a comprehensive and fundable final business case for the Digital Strategy initiative. The procurement falls under the IT services industry category and involves consulting and software development. Though the tender is complete, the award stage is active as of 30th March 2026. The contract period is from 16th February to 31st March 2026, with services to be delivered potentially across the UK, European regions, and more. The awarded contract, valued at £77,460 GBP, has been actively assigned to Michael Page Consulting, a large-scale enterprise.

This tender opens avenues for business growth in the IT consulting and software development sector, particularly targeting companies with capabilities in strategic business planning and digital initiatives. Although it favours large-scale enterprises, smaller consultancies or tech firms seeking to expand their service offerings might find this an opportune moment to develop partnerships that position them for future bidding opportunities within governmental frameworks. Moreover, businesses focused on delivering solutions suitable for scrutiny under both financial and strategic lenses could leverage this opportunity to demonstrate their expertise and build a reputation in public sector engagements.

## Notice

To develop a robust, fundable Final Business Case for the Digital Strategy initiative that can unlock near-term investment and withstand senior, financial and external scrutiny .

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3376311b-2b09-4fb9-a54d-3d1a70755c72 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 16 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £77,460 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £77,460 |
| 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 | THE ARTS COUNCIL OF ENGLAND |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M1 1FN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Piccadilly |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MICHAEL PAGE CONSULTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 30 Mar 2026 at 15:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3376311b-2b09-4fb9-a54d-3d1a70755c72

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3376311b-2b09-4fb9-a54d-3d1a70755c72
  30th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=1025576865
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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