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title: "The provision of an FOI consultant"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06b76f"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE"
published: "2026-06-17"
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# The provision of an FOI consultant

Buyer: THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06b76f

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## Summary

The Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Northamptonshire has concluded a contracting process for the provision of a Freedom of Information (FOI) consultant. This contract, identified by the title "The provision of an FOI consultant," falls under the industry category of business and management consultancy and related services. It is being handled in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, and is associated with contract ID ocds-h6vhtk-06b76f-057302-2026. The procurement process has progressed to the award stage, with the contract having been signed on 27th March 2026. The active contract commenced on 30th March 2026 and spans an initial period of six months with potential renewal extensions up to 30th March 2027. The procurement method used was direct, below threshold without competition, reflecting the engagement with Rebecca Warhurst as the supplier.

This procurement presents a noteworthy opportunity for consultancy firms specialising in FOI and related management services, as it aims to enhance the administrative efficiency of a high-profile governmental body. With a contract value of up to £98,664 excluding VAT, businesses with capabilities in providing expert consultancy on information governance and management can benefit significantly. The opportunity may be particularly attractive to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) given the requirements and scale. Businesses with expertise in the delivery of consultancy services to public authorities, especially those familiar with the requirements of police and crime governance, are well-positioned to compete and potentially secure similar contracts.

## Notice

The provision of an Freedom of Information consultant for The Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Northamptonshire. The value of this contract is up to PS98,664 excluding VAT / PS188,396.80 including VAT for the initial 6 month period and the extension period depending on use and hours. This is not guaranteed spend.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057302-2026 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 29 Mar 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £98,664 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE |
| Locality | WELLINGBOROUGH |
| Post town | Northampton |
| Postcode | NN8 6GS |
| 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 | Brickhill and Queensway |
| Westminster constituency | Wellingborough and Rushden |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | REBECCA WARHURST |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

## Release History

- 17 Jun 2026 at 15:31 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057302-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057302-2026
  17th June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://northamptonshire-opfcc.my.site.com/s/Welcome
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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