Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c55-9f16-7379-9427-b3396a05f259/gb-wellingborough-provision-of-governance-services closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # GB-Wellingborough: Provision of Governance Services [Greatwell Homes](https://tendernation.io/buyers/greatwell-homes) Estimated value £25,000 to £50,000 Published 27 Oct 2020 Deadline Closed 27 Nov 2020 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Small contract value Valued under £135,018 including VAT, the lowest Procurement Act threshold for goods and services. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender Greatwell Homes is looking for a consultancy that can provide us with a comprehensive range of independent, robust and compliant governance service which supports our overall approach to effective governance. The successful consultancy appointed will have to: - Carry out the 3-year independent review of governance, including Board and Committee remit and structure, as specified in the NHF Code of Governance 2015. - Provide support for the annual review of Board effectiveness including annual appraisals, skills assessments against our matrix, identifying skills gaps and developing collective and individual training and development plans for Members. - Review and simplify the Governance and Delegations Framework ensuring it complies with regulatory standards. - Provision of ad-hoc support and guidance as and when required.Greatwell Homes is looking for a consultancy that can provide us with a comprehensive range of independent, robust and compliant governance service which supports our overall approach to effective governance. The successful consultancy appointed will have to: Carry out the 3-year independent review of governance, including Board and Committee remit and structure, as specified in the NHF Code of Governance 2015; Provide support for the annual review of Board effectiveness including annual appraisals, skills assessments against our matrix, identifying skills gaps and developing collective and individual training and development plans for Members; Review and simplify the Governance and Delegations Framework ensuring it complies with regulatory standards; Provision of ad-hoc support and guidance as and when required. The client-side lead for this contract will be Martin Wheatley, Chair of Remuneration and Selection Committee. In addition, the supplier will be required to liaise with and provide advice and support to the Chair, CEO and Company Secretary. Contract Requirements: The successful provider will be expected to enter into the Contract to provide Governance Services: In submitting a tender for the proposed contract you are deemed to have accepted entering into a contract; The term of the contract will be for an initial 36-month with the option to extend for a further 12 months; Transparent billing over the period of the contract with quarterly itemised invoicing showing total cost broken down of lease, maintenance, software and all consumables - a 'no hidden cost' approach; A detailed, concise Service Level Agreement (SLA) in plain English. The Key Requirements, Aims, Objectives and Outcomes: Carry out the 3-year independent review of our governance arrangements, as specified in the NHF Code of Governance 2015. To specifically consider Board effectiveness and how they conduct their business to ensure best practice, and that documentation is compliant with the latest legislation and regulations. ### SEE INVITATION TO TENDER FOR DETAIL Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. Read full description ## CPV classification Corporate governance rating services Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/63fdf5c1-f4be-446f-ba82-1436be0d6b58) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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