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Design and delivery of the WMCA 'Future Boards Accelerator Programme'

WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY

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08 Aug 2024 at 11:18

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Summary of the contracting process

The West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) has completed the procurement process for the design and delivery of the 'Future Boards Accelerator Programme', a project aimed at supporting underrepresented individuals in arts and heritage sector boards. This tender, classified under Business and Management Consultancy Services (CPV 79400000), was conducted through a competitive quotation process below threshold and was awarded to People Make It Work LTD. The project, valued at £73,620, will be delivered in the West Midlands region and carries a contract period from 27 June 2024 to 31 January 2025. Key dates included the tender end date of 1 April 2024 and the contract award date of 1 April 2024.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in training and development, particularly those focused on diversity and board representation in the arts and cultural sectors. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) would be well-suited to compete for similar contracts, given the nature of the programme and the procurement method used. By engaging in such projects, businesses can establish themselves as key players in facilitating diverse leadership in arts and heritage organisations, thereby fostering professional growth and expanding their market reach within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Design and delivery of the WMCA 'Future Boards Accelerator Programme'

Notice Description

An RFQ was issued to procure an organisation to plan and deliver the 'Future Boards Accelerator' Programme on behalf of the WMCA, as part of the CWGLEF. Providers were invited to submit a quotation for the design & delivery of the 'Future Boards Accelerator' training programme to support people currently underrepresented in arts and heritage sector boards to gain the skills and confidence to do this. This programme is an extension of a previous pilot completed in 2023. In addition, the provider will also design and deliver a series of training events to arts & cultural sector organisations on how to better new board members from different backgrounds and lived experience.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-34b9d4cf-7e3e-4b32-967b-2e805bc418b2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/afd6a613-2909-469f-a4a4-af87e6846ced
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
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£73,620 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£73,620 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Apr 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 20242 years ago
Contract Period
26 Jun 2024 - 31 Jan 2025 6-12 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
WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B19 3SD
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Newtown
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PEOPLE MAKE IT WORK

Further Information

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