Scope
Reference
BT412
Description
WCC is commissioning a partner to deliver an organisation-wide diagnostic of commercial practices particularly in contract management, and to design a commercial function and commercial strategy. This work will provide the foundation for a whole-council approach that is flexible, commercially robust, and aligned to strategic priorities.
The diagnostic is a strategic enabler designed to:
• Improve commercial capability and governance
• Reduce duplication and inefficiencies
• Enhance value for money
• Strengthen commercial engagement
• Drive commercial value through contract management
• Support the development of a commercially astute organisation
This work will cover all directorates and service areas, including demand-led services (Housing, Adult Social Care, Children’s Services, Environment and Communities) and corporate functions.
Contract 1
Supplier
Contract value
- £90,000 excluding VAT
- £108,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Date signed
17 February 2026
Contract dates
- 23 February 2026 to 4 May 2026
- Possible extension to 18 May 2026
- 2 months, 24 days
Description of possible extension:
2 weeks for time only
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 79415200 - Design consultancy services
- 79412000 - Financial management consultancy services
- 79411100 - Business development consultancy services
- 79411000 - General management consultancy services
- 79410000 - Business and management consultancy services
- 79996000 - Business organisation services
- 79990000 - Miscellaneous business-related services
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Supplier
31Ten Consulting Limited
Ground Floor, Apex Yard, 29 - 35 Long Lane
London
SE1 4PL
United Kingdom
Region: UKI44 - Lewisham and Southwark
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Contract 1
Contracting authority
Westminster City Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PJVD-6261-BPPJ
64 Victoria Street
London
SW1E 6QP
United Kingdom
Email: buyingteam@westminster.gov.uk
Website: https://www.westminster.gov.uk/
Region: UKI32 - Westminster
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government