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Frequently asked questions.

What services does Parker Bay provide?

Parker Bay supports charities, community organisations, social enterprises, sports clubs, universities, public bodies and businesses through strategic consultancy, fundraising, governance, evaluation, recruitment and capital project development.

Through Parker Bay Capital, we also provide support with feasibility studies, business cases, investment planning, major capital projects and long-term strategic development.

What sectors do you work with?

We work across the charitable, public and private sectors, including:

  • Charities and community organisations
  • Social enterprises and CICs
  • Local and national government bodies
  • Universities and educational institutions
  • Sports clubs and governing bodies
  • Businesses and private sector organisations
  • Foundations and philanthropic organisations
  • International NGOs and development organisations

Our experience ranges from grassroots community initiatives to multi-million-pound capital developments and strategic investment programmes.

Where does Parker Bay operate from?

Parker Bay operates from Dundee and London, and supports organisations throughout the United Kingdom and internationally.

What size of projects do you support?

Our work ranges from small community grant applications and organisational reviews through to major capital developments, investment programmes and strategic projects worth millions of pounds.

How do you charge for your services?

We offer a range of flexible support options, including hourly consultancy, monthly retainers and project-based commissions. Fees are agreed in advance and set out within a formal contract or service agreement.

Do you charge commission on funding applications?

No. Parker Bay Consultancy does not charge commission or success fees on grant applications or funding awards. We believe organisations should retain 100% of any funding secured.

Do you ever work on a success fee basis?

For selected commercial, investment and capital development projects delivered through Parker Bay Capital, alternative fee structures may be considered where appropriate. Any such arrangements are agreed in advance and documented within a formal contract.

Do you require payment in advance?

For retained consultancy services, invoices are generally issued monthly in advance. Project-based work may be invoiced in stages or in accordance with agreed payment schedules.

Do you help organisations become funding ready?

Yes. Many organisations engage Parker Bay before applying for funding. We support governance reviews, strategic planning, policy development, financial planning, monitoring and evaluation frameworks, and organisational development to ensure organisations are well positioned for future funding opportunities.

Can you support major capital projects?

Yes. Parker Bay Capital specialises in capital developments, feasibility studies, investment planning, Outline Business Cases (OBCs), Full Business Cases (FBCs), Green Book methodologies, stakeholder engagement and long-term strategic planning.

How does Parker Bay protect client information?

Parker Bay takes a layered approach to cyber security, using encryption, multi-factor authentication, endpoint protection and controlled access to cloud-based documents to help safeguard client information. We maintain cyber insurance and continue to review and strengthen our security arrangements.

Does Parker Bay have insurance?

Yes. Each company holds its own insurance. Parker Bay Consultancy UK Ltd: professional indemnity £1m, public liability £2m and employers’ liability £10m. Parker Bay Capital Ltd: professional indemnity £5m, public liability £5m and employers’ liability £10m. Both are covered by £1m cyber insurance. Parker Bay is registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO). We take client confidentiality and data protection seriously. Details of the insurance cover relevant to your engagement are available on request.

Do you provide monitoring, evaluation and impact support?

Yes. We help organisations measure impact, develop outcomes frameworks, undertake evaluations and produce reports that demonstrate social value and return on investment to funders, stakeholders and investors.

Do you work with start-up organisations?

Yes. We regularly support newly established charities, social enterprises, businesses and community groups, helping them build strong foundations, governance structures, strategies and funding plans.

Are meetings carried out remotely or in person?

Both. We regularly work with clients through Microsoft Teams and Zoom, alongside in-person meetings, workshops and stakeholder engagement sessions where required.

How do we get started?

Simply contact us to arrange an initial discussion. We will explore your objectives, identify how we can help and provide a tailored proposal outlining scope, timescales and costs.

Email: greg@parkerbay.co.uk

Can you guarantee funding success?

No consultant can guarantee funding. Our role is to maximise the likelihood of success through robust planning, evidence gathering, strategic positioning, high-quality applications and strong governance arrangements.

Can I use Parker Bay’s name or branding?

The Parker Bay name, logo and the Parker Bay Chevrons are trade marks of Parker Bay Consultancy UK Limited (UK registration UK00004297699; applications UK00004458055 and UK00004458057). Parker Bay Capital Ltd uses them under licence.

Please obtain our prior written permission before using our name, logos or associated branding in advertising, promotional materials, or any way that suggests a partnership, endorsement or affiliation. Any approved use must follow the terms of our permission. This does not restrict lawful references to our business.

What are Parker Bay’s official websites and email addresses?

Parker Bay owns the following domains:

The only email addresses authorised for Parker Bay business correspondence are:

PB INTEL account emails, such as welcome and password emails, are sent automatically from noreply@parkerbayintelligence.co.uk. This address does not accept replies.

If you receive correspondence from another address or encounter an unfamiliar website claiming to represent Parker Bay, please contact us using the details above to verify its authenticity before sharing information or making a payment.

Will Parker Bay ever change its bank details by email?

No. Parker Bay will never change its bank details by email. If you receive a message asking you to pay us into a new or different account, please do not make the payment. Call us on a number you already hold to confirm first. We only email from addresses ending @parkerbay.co.uk.