Scope
Reference
TVCA-PROC-0605
Description
Tees Valley Combined Authority (the 'Contracting Authority'), part of the Tees Valley Combined Authority Group are looking to procure a consultant to use existing mechanisms (e.g. meetings, gatherings, groups, networks) and, where necessary, facilitate a series of accessible engagement events with identified stakeholders to test our economic growth ambitions, narrative and to inform policy proposals to realise these, in addition to understanding how best to continue engagement throughout the Local Growth Plan's lifespan and as we move into delivery. The consultant shall also develop and test a robust, effective and accessible investment pipeline to attract public and private investment across our region, which will inform the future Tees Valley Investment Plan and be in a format which can be easily updated by TVCA in the future.
Total value (estimated)
- £60,000 excluding VAT
- £72,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 September 2025 to 31 March 2026
- Possible extension to 30 September 2026
- 1 year, 1 month
Description of possible extension:
There is the option to extend for an additional six months.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 73210000 - Research consultancy services
- 73220000 - Development consultancy services
Contract locations
- UKC1 - Tees Valley and Durham
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
11 August 2025, 9:00am
Tender submission deadline
18 August 2025, 9:00am
Submission address and any special instructions
The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, on the ProContract e-tendering portal:
You will need to register as a supplier to gain access to the tender documentation. Registration is free.
ITT responses, supporting documentation requested and any specific queries must be submitted electronically via the ProContract e-tender portal.
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Quality | Quality | 80% |
| Price | Price | 20% |
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Contracting authority
Tees Valley Combined Authority
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PDNG-8971-ZVCR
Teesside Airport Business Suite, Teesside International Airport
Darlington
DL2 1NJ
United Kingdom
Region: UKC13 - Darlington
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government