Award

Technical Assistance Specialist Support

G M C V O

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Award

21 Nov 2016 at 14:59

Award Notice
Tender

18 Nov 2016 at 20:16

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Technical Assistance Specialist Support" contract, initiated by Greater Manchester Centre for Voluntary Organisation (GMCVO), is at the award stage, having been published on 14 September 2016. This contract, valued at £36,000, pertains to the industry category of "Research and development consultancy services" and is aimed at supporting the Greater Manchester voluntary sector in delivering the Greater Manchester ESIF programme 2014-20. The contract period is set to commence on 1 October 2016 and will last until 31 July 2018, with submissions for applications having closed on 26 September 2016.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary/community sector enterprises (VCSEs) that possess expertise in European regulations and can provide tailored advice, information, and training to local voluntary organisations. Businesses with a strong understanding of the local context and experience in consultancy services are particularly well-suited to compete. By collaborating closely with GMCVO, successful bidders will have the chance to significantly impact the operational capacity of the Greater Manchester voluntary sector while enhancing their own market presence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Technical Assistance Specialist Support

Notice Description

The purpose of the Technical Assistance for the Voluntary Sector Project is to support the Greater Manchester voluntary sector to participate in the delivery of the Greater Manchester ESIF programme 2014-20. The current programme is to be delivered on a Greater Manchester LEP footprint. The local context is therefore in some ways different from the previous programmes, and it is important to take account of local priorities and procurement methodologies. However over-arching European regulations continue to apply. GMCVO is seeking a sub-contractor with specialist knowledge of the European regulations, and experience of explaining technical and legal detail to frontline voluntary organisations. The provider will work in close collaboration with GMCVO, which has detailed knowledge of the locality and the local voluntary sector. You must be able to provide specialist information, advice and training to voluntary organisations in Greater Manchester with reference to ESIF regulations and processes DEADLINE EXTENSION: 12:00 (noon) 26th September 2016. Please submit your application to yvonne.fox-burmby@gmcvo.org.uk or louis.brooks@gmcvo.org.uk. If you have issues submitting your application please call 0161 277 1032 before 12:00 (noon) 26/09/16. Contract start date 1st October 2016. For further information and details on how to apply, please visit our website by clicking on the link https://www.gmcvo.org.uk/TASubcon1409 www.gmcvo.org.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2f33f993-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cc2cfaf6-f1a3-4084-9c09-839dc23d42db
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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
£36,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£36,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Nov 20169 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Sep 2016Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Nov 20169 years ago
Contract Period
7 Nov 2016 - 31 Jul 2018 1-2 years
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
G M C V O
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M12 6FZ
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Ardwick
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Rusholme

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NETWORK FOR EUROPE

Further Information

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