--- title: "Independent Business Case Appraisal" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05515f" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05515f" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05515f.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05515f.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NORTH EAST COMBINED AUTHORITY" published: "2025-07-11" --- # Independent Business Case Appraisal Buyer: NORTH EAST COMBINED AUTHORITY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05515f [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05515f) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05515f.json) ## Summary The North East Combined Authority, located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom, is seeking to appoint experienced consultants for their "Independent Business Case Appraisal" project. This procurement, under the open procedure, targets the services category, focusing on treasury services. The tender aims to appoint up to six providers to deliver business case appraisals compliant with the Treasury Green Book Standard, DfT WebTAG, and NECA's Single Assurance Framework. The procurement process is in the tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 12:00 on 11th August 2025. The contract, valued at £1.1 million, covers a service period from 1st October 2025 to 29th October 2032. This tender presents significant opportunities for consultants specializing in business case appraisals, particularly those with experience in treasury services. The procurement is structured as a ranked framework, providing multiple opportunities for engagement without re-opening competition. It particularly suits SMEs and VCSEs given the suitability criteria. Business entities with expertise in public sector consulting, especially those capable of mitigating conflicts of interest, would find this tender advantageous for growth and portfolio expansion. The framework's emphasis on experience, understanding of tasks, and social value offers enterprises a robust platform for showcasing and leveraging their competencies. ## Notice North East CA are looking to appoint a range of experienced consultants who can undertake business case appraisals in accordance with the required assurance processes. This guidance will be used to support judgements and funding decisions and the award of public funding to applicants. Appointed supplier(s) will undertake appraisals which are compliant to the Treasury Green Book Standard , DfT WebTAG and North East Combined Authority Single Assurance Framework . Appraisal advice will be provided at the varying stages of review, including but not limited to Appraisal Summary Report, Outline and Full Business Case. ### Planning Information The North East CA is establishing a framework to secure independent advice on Transport Business Cases. This framework will require support from external consultants to build guidance, undertake assessments, provide advice and look to strengthen the robustness of business cases reviewed by the North East CA. Join our online event on the afternoon of the 7th of July as we explore the design of this framework contract. We will: • Present the framework and its contents • Look at the application process • Set out the key timescales and next steps • Invite any questions or comments Register here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/transport-business-case-assurance-framework-market-engagement-event-tickets-1446987621929?aff=oddtdtcreator ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039163-2025 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 11 Jul 2025 | | Submission deadline | 11 Aug 2025 | | Future notice date | 11 Jul 2025 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Sep 2025 - 29 Oct 2032 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,100,000 | | Lots value | £1,100,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NORTH EAST COMBINED AUTHORITY | | Locality | NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE | | Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne | | Postcode | NE4 5BZ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear | | ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside | | Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne | | Electoral ward | Arthur's Hill | | Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 66 - Financial and insurance services ### Codes - 66600000 - Treasury services ## Release History - 11 Jul 2025 at 09:40 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039163-2025 - 1 Jul 2025 at 15:05 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036520-2025 - 1 Jul 2025 at 14:57 - PlanningUpdate - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036513-2025 - 24 Jun 2025 at 09:44 - PlanningUpdate - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034628-2025 - 23 Jun 2025 at 08:36 - PlanningUpdate - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034253-2025 - 23 Jun 2025 at 08:34 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034251-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039163-2025 11th July 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036520-2025 1st July 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036513-2025 1st July 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034628-2025 24th June 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034253-2025 23rd June 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034251-2025 23rd June 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender - http://www.open-uk.org Open Tender Reference Number: OPEN20251094 ## Notice URLs - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/transport-business-case-assurance-framework-market-engagement-event-tickets-1446987621929?aff=oddtdtcreator - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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