Independent Scrutineer

The procurement process for the "Independent Scrutineer" contract, managed by Lincolnshire County Council, has been successfully completed. This tender falls under the services category, specifically focusing on community, social, and personal services, as well as health and social work services, within the UKF3 region. The procurement method employed was a limited competition, under the threshold.

The contract, awarded to Chris Cook OBE, is active from 1 January 2026 to 31 December 2028, with a total value of £95,040. The legal basis for this tender is regulative document 2023/54, with the contract notice published on 13 January 2026. This contract presents promising business growth opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in community and social services, especially those experienced in safeguarding and scrutinising roles.

With its focus on the Lincolnshire region, businesses with local expertise stand to benefit significantly. The limited competition procurement method indicates that specialised and niche firms with a strong track record and relevant experience in similar settings would have a competitive edge in securing such contracts in the future.