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Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) for The Provision of FCA Regulated Debt Advice Services in County Durham

Durham County Council

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Estimated Value

Not disclosed

Deadline

Not specified

Contract Period

Not specified

Procurement Method

Not specified

CPV Code

66171000 - Financial consultancy services

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Contract period
1 Apr 2027 to 1 Apr 2029 (2 years)
Legal basis
Procurement Act 2023
CPV codes
66171000 Financial consultancy services; 85312300 Guidance and counselling services; 98000000 Other community, social and personal services
Suitability (buyer's flag)
SME-suitable, VCSE-suitable

Description

Durham County Council (DCC) is undertaking a market engagement exercise to inform its consideration of future arrangements for the provision of regulated debt advice services for County Durham residents. The information gathered will help DCC understand market capacity, capability and delivery approaches, and will be used to support the development of the future service specification, commissioning approach and procurement strategy. The current contract is due to expire on 31 March 2027.

Suitability

SME SuitableVCSE Suitable

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Published23 September 2026
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