---
title: "Commissioning Support Programme"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06cfaa"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NORTH SOMERSET COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-21"
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# Commissioning Support Programme

Buyer: NORTH SOMERSET COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06cfaa

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## Summary

The procurement process, conducted by North Somerset Council, involves a "Commissioning Support Programme" in the services industry category. Located in Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, this project is in the 'Award' stage, with the contract awarded on 7th June 2026 and effective until 31st March 2027. The procurement method was direct and conducted below the threshold without competition, with ARCC HR LTD as the contracted supplier. The programme focuses on a structured approach over ten months, including a review of commissioning infrastructure, data analysis, strategic development, and leadership support.

This tender provides significant business growth opportunities, particularly for those specialising in management consultancy services, due to its structured requirement for analysis and strategic advisory capabilities. Consultancy firms with expertise in commissioning structures and strategy development are well-suited to engage with similar future opportunities, given the demand for comprehensive stakeholder engagement and targeted operational model development. This sector allows for significant contributions to public sector organisational efficiency and strategic alignment, appealing to SMEs with sectoral insights.

## Notice

The contract will deliver a structured programme of commissioning support over 10 months, which includes: * A review of current commissioning infrastructure (roles, structures, and current practice) * Analysis of demand, activity and cost data to understand system pressures * Development of a refreshed commissioning strategy and target operating model * Production of updated commissioning intentions aligned to strategic priorities * Coaching and mentoring support for senior commissioning leadership * Identification of workforce development needs and delivery of training (e.g. commercial insights) Delivery will include a combination of document review, data analysis, stakeholder engagement and workshops/interviews, with clear outputs and recommendations for senior leadership.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068614-2026 |
| 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 | 21 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 7 Jun 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £76,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTH SOMERSET COUNCIL |
| Locality | WESTON-SUPER-MARE, NORTH SOMERSET |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS23 1UJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK61 North Somerset |
| Local authority | North Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Weston-super-Mare Central |
| Westminster constituency | Weston-super-Mare |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ARCC HR |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79411000 - General management consultancy services

## Release History

- 21 Jul 2026 at 10:21 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068614-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068614-2026
  21st July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.arcc-consulting.co.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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