Tender

WORKSHOPS TO SUPPORT BUSINESS GROWTH, COMPETITIVENESS & PROFITABILITY

CUMBRIA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

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Tender

26 Jun 2018 at 08:55

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Cumbria Chamber Of Commerce is procuring workshops aimed at enhancing the growth, competitiveness, and profitability of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Cumbria. The tender, titled "WORKSHOPS TO SUPPORT BUSINESS GROWTH, COMPETITIVENESS & PROFITABILITY," is currently in the Tender stage, having been published on 26th June 2018. The procurement category falls under business services and the open procedure is set to close on 13th July 2018. The successful contractors will be required to design and deliver workshop content in various locations across the North West of England, with contract delivery commencing from 1st August 2018 until 31st December 2018. The minimum value of the contract is £10,000, with a total budget of £20,000 available for this initiative.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses that specialise in business consultancy, training services, and workshop facilitation, especially those with expertise in themes relevant to SMEs in the region, such as marketing, management skills, and digital strategies. Providers looking to engage with local businesses or those with experience in supporting ERDF eligible and other local authority funded projects will find this tender particularly suitable. By participating in this initiative, businesses can not only contribute to the development of the Cumbrian economy but also expand their own portfolio and client base through effective workshop delivery and tailored support.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

WORKSHOPS TO SUPPORT BUSINESS GROWTH, COMPETITIVENESS & PROFITABILITY

Notice Description

Background and aims We have a need to procure a pool of providers to deliver tactical workshops to Cumbrian SMEs as part of intensive business support programmes aimed at enhancing their growth, competitiveness and profitability. We are looking, within the pool, for specific topics and for providers to facilitate and present half and full day workshops across Cumbria in line with client needs and interests. Proposals are welcome from individuals and from organisations. Specific requirements Subject specific workshops, tailored to suit the needs of Cumbrian SMEs, to be offered as part of intensive support to: * ERDF eligible businesses (in essence most B2B SMEs) through the ERDF Growth Hub project * Non ERDF eligible businesses through the Growth Hub provision funded by local authorities (primarily retail, consumer services, agriculture, visitor economy and nuclear) Topics * Data protection * Food photography and/or styling * Speech/presentation writing * Budget management * Negotiation skills * Coaching/Mentoring * Creative problem solving * Analytical/strategic thinking * Broadcast media training * Document control (specifically for Supply Chain) * Exploring whether international trade is right for the business * Networking * Online reputation * Optimising websites for lead generation * Social media content * Cyber security essentials * Appraisals/performance management * Contract management * Influencing/motivating * Introduction to company accounts * First line management * Preparing quality plans * Evaluation and developing quality assurance systems * Risk/resilience management * Change management * Business analytics * Business writing * Delegation skills * Employee engagement * Writing SOPs * Senior management skills * Women in leadership Note: there are also opportunities to work with the Chamber on its commercial offer, Chamber Business Solutions, which we may approach you separately about. You will be required to: * Design and deliver your workshop(s) and any supporting materials, branded in line with Chamber/Growth Hub, ERDF and other funder requirements, to be delivered in suitable venues anywhere in the county * Ensure clients participating in the workshops fully and correctly complete all relevant project paperwork * Work with the Growth Hub to generate interest in attending the workshops and engage businesses in signing up to support * Ensure a highly professional service which meets the needs of participants and partners and contributes to the projects' overall targets. Topics, locations and timings will be in line with identified client needs and interests. Venue and refreshment costs will normally be arranged and paid for by the Growth Hub. If your proposal includes venue and refreshments please make this clear and explain your reasoning. Content of submission Your submission should cover as a minimum: * Title, brief description, outline of content and any target audience of the workshop(s) being offered, rationale, proposed o

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1668c121-8873-42e4-b7fd-8cd48aa4e170
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aef9b7cd-5d9e-4658-96bc-5e186d96b716
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jun 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jul 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 2018 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CUMBRIA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Contact Name
Catherynn Dunstan
Contact Email
catherynn@cumbriachamber.co.uk
Contact Phone
0845 226 0040

Buyer Location

Locality
CARLISLE
Postcode
CA3 8DA
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD13 Cumberland
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Carlisle

Further Information

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