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    ContractsBoard Effectiveness Review for The British Library
    Awarded contract

    Board Effectiveness Review for The British Library

    Awarded
    £15.4k
    Published 20 Aug 2026

    Independent external review of board governance and effectiveness for The British Library.

    🇬🇧United Kingdom· LondonPublished 20 Aug 2026· 4 weeks agoviaFind a Tender
    Awarded
    £15.4k
    Published 20 Aug 2026

    Decision brief

    4 fields
    • Contract value
      £15,400
      Pounds sterling
    • Closing date
      Rolling
      No closing date published
    • Sector
      Professional Services
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    • Location
      🇬🇧United Kingdom
      London

    Suppliers

    1 supplier
    • ME
      Menzies LLP
    Lead contractor

    Lifecycle

    Awarded

    Contract awarded. Originally published 4 weeks ago.

    20 August 2026
    Awarded — no open tender advertised

    Brief

    The British Library is seeking an independent external review of its Board's effectiveness. This engagement involves a comprehensive assessment of the Board's governance, performance, and operational dynamics. The review will evaluate the Board's structure, composition, decision-making processes, and strategic oversight capabilities. An independent reviewer will conduct interviews, analyze board materials, and provide findings and recommendations to enhance board performance and governance standards. This is an opportunity for qualified consultants or firms with expertise in board governance assessments and organizational development to support this cultural institution.

    Track record

    7 awards · 7 winners
    Open field

    No single supplier dominates the field.

    In professional services, British Library Board has awarded 7 contracts to 7 suppliers.

    Who wins here
    1. DJS Research Limited1× · 14%
    2. Menzies LLP1× · 14%
    3. Clay Interactive Limited1× · 14%
    4. PBtisk a.s.1× · 14%
    5. Osborne Thomas Ltd.1× · 14%
    6. STYLOGRAPHICS LIMITED1× · 14%

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    Publisher
    UK Cabinet Office
    Licence
    OGL v3.0
    Source
    find-tender.service.gov.uk
    Record ID
    ocds-h6vhtk-06e8e5
    BL
    Buyer
    British Library Board
    Sector
    Professional Services