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title: "Consultancy Services for Local Government Reform Proposal"
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# Consultancy Services for Local Government Reform Proposal

Buyer: NORWICH CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f0056f13-5ab0-412e-a2bc-89d24013a24f

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## Summary

The public procurement process for "Consultancy Services for Local Government Reform Proposal" was conducted by Norwich City Council in conjunction with other councils within the East of England, including Breckland, Broadland, Kings Lynn & West Norfolk, North Norfolk, and Great Yarmouth. This tender, classified under the research consultancy services sector, aimed to align with the broader devolution agenda by proposing the establishment of three new unitary councils in Norfolk. The procurement stage is currently at the award phase, with the tendering period having ended on 28 May 2025. The awarded contract, valued at £471,254 GBP, commenced from 5 June 2025 and is set to conclude on 27 September 2025. This procurement process was executed as a further competition under Lot 10 Strategic Projects of the ESPO Framework 664_21.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for consultancy firms experienced in local government reform and organisational restructuring. Given its focus on research consultancy services and its location in the East of England, businesses classified as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) or those involved in voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) were considered suitable for participation. Inner Circle Consulting Limited, identified as an SME, successfully secured the contract. This project not only enhances a firm's portfolio and expertise in governmental projects but also strengthens relationships with influential public sector entities like Norwich City Council.

## Notice

Norwich City Council alongside the councils of Breckland, Broadland, Kings Lynn & West Norfolk, North Norfolk, and Great Yarmouth are collaborating on a significant Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) initiative. The goal is to develop and submit a comprehensive proposal to the Government by 26 September 2025, advocating for the establishment of three new unitary councils in Norfolk. This reorganisation aims to streamline local governance, enhance service delivery, and support the broader devolution agenda.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16173368-e065-4f02-b6fd-32e7751a76bd |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Framework further competition under Lot 10 Strategic Projects of ESPO Framework 664_21 |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 28 May 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | 4 Jun 2025 - 27 Sep 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £471,254 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £471,254 |
| 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 | NORWICH CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | NORWICH |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR2 1NH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk |
| Local authority | Norwich |
| Electoral ward | Mancroft |
| Westminster constituency | Norwich South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | INNER CIRCLE CONSULTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73210000 - Research consultancy services

## Release History

- 28 Jul 2025 at 14:16 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16173368-e065-4f02-b6fd-32e7751a76bd

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16173368-e065-4f02-b6fd-32e7751a76bd
  28th July 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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