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title: "Subscription to County Councils Network (CCN)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06945d"
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buyer: "NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL"
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# Subscription to County Councils Network (CCN)

Buyer: NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06945d

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## Summary

This public procurement process, undertaken by North Northamptonshire Council, involves a subscription to the County Councils Network (CCN). The contract, identified under the category of membership organisation services, is completed, with the procurement occurring through a direct method below the competitive threshold. It encompasses services such as policy representation, research, networking, and best practice sharing, aimed at enhancing policy influence and operational efficiency. The contract period spans from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2027, with a gross value of £36,000. The procurement was initiated in the UKF25 region, specifically in Corby, and concluded with an award on 8th May 2026.

This tender presents growth opportunities for service-based businesses, particularly those specialising in policy advisory, data analysis, and strategic networking support. Companies capable of providing enhanced support in social care, transport, and devolution might find substantial business potential here. This procurement's direct award without competition highlights the opportunity for businesses with strong pre-existing relationships with local councils to benefit from similar engagements in the future.

## Notice

Access to: Policy and lobbying representation Research and insight Commissioned reports, data analysis, and evidence to support decision-making and funding bids. Networking and engagement Access to meetings, events, and forums with other county councils and national policymakers. Best practice sharing and guidance Practical support, policy briefings, and tools for service delivery. Influence on national agendas Input into areas like social care, transport, SEND, funding, and devolution.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042356-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £30,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | CORBY |
| Post town | Northampton |
| Postcode | NN17 1QG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF25 North Northamptonshire |
| Local authority | North Northamptonshire |
| Electoral ward | Lloyds |
| Westminster constituency | Corby and East Northamptonshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | COUNTY COUNCIL NETWORK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98100000 - Membership organisation services

## Release History

- 8 May 2026 at 09:52 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042356-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042356-2026
  8th May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.countycouncilsnetwork.org.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.northnorthants.gov.uk/

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