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CPG/3834/2019 - DELIVERY OF A LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME FOR INCREASING MARKET ACCESS CAPACITY IN THE UK GOVERNMENT'S CHINA NETWORK

FOREIGN & COMMONWEALTH OFFICE

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02 Mar 2020 at 03:52

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the Foreign & Commonwealth Office, seeking proposals for the delivery of a Learning and Development programme aimed at enhancing market access capacity within the UK government’s China Network. This initiative, identified as CPG/3834/2019, is classified under research and development consultancy services and is intended to address barriers for British companies exporting to China. The tender was open until 10 December 2019, and the awarded contract commenced on 20 January 2020 and is set to conclude on 31 March 2020.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in international trade and market access strategies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to engage, as the programme aims to develop tailored strategies that facilitate British companies in navigating the complexities of the Chinese market. The project's focus on enhancing staff capacity highlights a demand for innovative approaches to overcoming trade challenges, making it a fertile ground for service providers in this sector.

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Notice Title

CPG/3834/2019 - DELIVERY OF A LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME FOR INCREASING MARKET ACCESS CAPACITY IN THE UK GOVERNMENT'S CHINA NETWORK

Notice Description

The primary objective of the L&D programme is to build staff's capacity for delivering more access for British companies in Chinese markets. Securing increased market access in China is a priority focus for the UK government, and it is therefore crucial that staff in the China Network can identify and develop strategies for resolving barriers that British companies face when exporting or investing in China. Additional information: . All Tender documentation will be published, and all substantive communication between the Authority and bidders will be conducted via the FCO's eProcurement Portal BRAVOSolution. URL is https://fco.bravosolution.co.uk/ (requires registration), then navigate to Project _3834 / ITT _3473.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/741040f6-624c-474d-9ea8-2056e7d6c8e5
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£95,400 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Mar 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Dec 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Dec 20196 years ago
Contract Period
20 Jan 2020 - 31 Mar 2020 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FOREIGN & COMMONWEALTH OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AH
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE ECONOMIST (SHANGHAI) MANAGEMENT CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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