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title: "TVCA-PROC-0645 - Interim Group Monitoring Officer"
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# TVCA-PROC-0645 - Interim Group Monitoring Officer

Buyer: TEES VALLEY COMBINED AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-064752

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## Summary

The procurement process for the role of an Interim Group Monitoring Officer was initiated by the Tees Valley Combined Authority, located at the Teesside Airport Business Suite in Darlington, UK. This contract, identified as TVCA-PROC-0645, falls under the services category, particularly related to the supply of personnel. The procurement reached the 'contract award' stage, with the contract awarded on 4th February 2026. The contract was signed retrospectively in August 2025 and was set to run until 10th May 2026, with potential extensions should recruitment for a permanent role be unsuccessful. However, the contract was terminated on 30th January 2026 due to a mutual agreement. Solace In Business Ltd, an SME based in Wakefield, was selected through a direct procurement method, indicating it was below the threshold and conducted without competition.

This tender provided significant opportunities for businesses in the legal and governance services sector, particularly those experienced in interim or temporary staffing solutions. It opened potential avenues for SMEs conversant in the legal and administrative needs of public authorities, allowing them to leverage their expertise and grow their footprint in the public contracting sphere. The role required an adept understanding of legal responsibilities, governance, and procurement functions, making it ideal for firms with a strong track record in public sector engagements. Such contracts not only provide financial inflows but also enhance the marketability and networking capabilities of the successful bidder within government sectors.

## Notice

Tees Valley Combined Authority (TVCA) ('the contracting authority') Have awarded a contract for the role - Lead legal advisor to Tees Valley Combined Authority (TVCA), South Tees Development Corporation (STDC), Middlesbrough Development Corporation (MDC), Hartlepool Development Corporation (HDC) and Teesside International Airport Limited (TIAL) (together the Group). To lead and manage the legal, procurement and governance functions of TVCA/STDC in the planning and performance of their activities. To act as Monitoring Officer for both TVCA and STDC, with statutory responsibility under s.5 of the Local Government and Housing Act 1989 and ensuring that all three organisations fulfil their lawful obligations and performs their functions and activities in accordance with the law and the principles of good governance. Whilst recruitment takes place. This notice is being published retrospectively contract was signed August 2025 To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1011883749

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010791-2026 |
| Notice type | UK11 - Contract Termination Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | 11 Aug 2025 - 10 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £288,250 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Terminated |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | TEES VALLEY COMBINED AUTHORITY |
| Additional buyers | Missing |
| Locality | DARLINGTON |
| Post town | Darlington |
| Postcode | DL2 1NJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC33 Darlington |
| Local authority | Darlington |
| Electoral ward | Sadberge & Middleton St George |
| Westminster constituency | Stockton West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SOLACE IN BUSINESS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff

## Release History

- 6 Feb 2026 at 10:05 - ContractTermination - UK11 - Contract Termination Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010791-2026
- 4 Feb 2026 at 16:05 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010141-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010791-2026
  6th February 2026 - Contract termination notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010141-2026
  4th February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1011883749
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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