NCC1755 NE Rural Growth Programme
Description: Northumberland County Council, the lead delivery partner on behalf of the North East Combined Authority (NECA), seeks to appoint a supplier that can supply a pool of Technical Specialists to support all rural businesses in County Durham, Gateshead and Northumberland. The selected supplier will facilitate the provision of 1:Many, in the form of workshops, and 1-2-1 advice to eligible businesses identified by the project and accepted onto the North East Rural Growth Programme (NERGP).
Summary: Northumberland County Council, acting as the lead delivery partner for the North East Combined Authority, has initiated a tender under the NE Rural Growth Programme, titled "NCC1755 NE Rural Growth Programme". This procurement seeks to appoint suppliers to deliver technical expertise to rural businesses in County Durham, Gateshead, and Northumberland. Services required include business and management consultancy and staff training services. Interested parties should note that the tender is currently in the open stage with the deadline for submission set for 6th March 2026, and an enquiry period ending on 26th February 2026. The contract, with a gross value of £810,000, will run from 1st April 2026 to 1st April 2029, and may be renewed based on service requirements.