NCC1999 NE Rural Growth Programme Evaluation
Northumberland County Council is procuring an independent programme-level evaluation of the North East Rural Growth Programme (NE-RGP), a public-sector rural economic growth initiative. The appointed provider will deliver an experienced and creative evaluation of the programme as a whole, assessing its implementation, performance and outcomes in accordance with the requirements set out in RFQ NCC1999. The contract has an estimated value of £75,000 and is a services engagement, although the available details do not specify its duration or final delivery timetable. Work will be delivered across the UKC2 region, covering Northumberland and the wider North East area. The critical qualification requirement is demonstrable experience in undertaking independent programme-level evaluations, with the capability to provide a robust and creative evaluation service.
Buyer: Northumberland County Council. Source: Find a Tender. Updated 19 Oct 2026.
Key facts
- Estimated value: £75k
- Bids close: 10 Nov 2026
- Location: Northumberland and Tyne and Wear, Northumberland, Tyneside, Durham CC
- Procedure: Below threshold - open competition
- Contract period: 1 Dec 2026 to 31 Mar 2029
- Category: Research consultancy services (73210000)
From the official notice
Northumberland County Council seeks an experienced and creative provider to undertake an independent programme-level evaluation of The North East Rural Growth Programme (NE-RGP). Further details can be found in the document: REQUEST FOR QUOTATION (RFQ) NCC1999 To view this opportunity please register for https://www.open-uk.org/ and search the project title - "NCC1999 NE Rural Growth Programme Evaluation" or the project reference: "OPEN-PR-19102026132838984"
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Questions about this tender
When is the deadline?
Bids close on 10 Nov 2026.
What is it worth?
The estimated value is £75k.
Who can apply?
The buyer has marked it as suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.
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