Tender

ESCC-RFQ-CS-East Sussex Annual Business Survey

SE SHARED SERVICES

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19 Jan 2018 at 15:30

Summary of the contracting process

The East Sussex County Council, through SE Shared Services, is currently managing a procurement process for the "ESCC-RFQ-CS-East Sussex Annual Business Survey." This contract, aimed at conducting a business survey that supports sustainable economic growth, falls under the research services category. The procurement is in the Tender phase, with submissions accepted until 12th February 2018. The resultant contract will commence on 19th February and run until 30th March 2018. All proposals must be submitted electronically via the SE Shared Services eSourcing portal.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for consultancy firms, especially those specialising in economic research and business assessments. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in conducting surveys and analysing business data would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. The insights generated from this survey are crucial for shaping the strategic direction of the local economy, thereby opening avenues for firms to engage further with local enterprise initiatives and support services.

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Notice Title

ESCC-RFQ-CS-East Sussex Annual Business Survey

Notice Description

One of East Sussex County Council's (ESCC's) Priority Outcomes is "to drive sustainable economic growth". The Economic Development Team, East Sussex County Council wishes to conduct a business survey (last undertaken in 2014 - see East Sussex Business Survey 2014) The East Sussex Business Survey (ESBS) provides an assessment of business issues and concerns in the county which informs strategic and operational planning undertaken by ESCC, key stakeholders and partners. ESCC is a partner in the South East Local Enterprise Partnership (SELEP) and Team East Sussex (TES) the local federated growth board to the SELEP, therefore the survey is also used as evidence in respect of business needs and concerns in the county within these partnerships. ESCC ("the Client") is therefore looking to procure a contract with a consultant to support the East Sussex Business Survey. The survey and report is to be completed by end March 2018. Additional information: This tender is to be completed electronically using the SE Shared Services Procurement eSourcing portal. https://www.sesharedservices.org.uk/esourcing/opportunities The SE Shared Services eSourcing portal provides a web-based tool that provides a simple, secure and efficient means for managing tendering and quotation activities reducing the time and effort required for both buyers and Potential Bidders. The portal allows for tender clarifications and submitting your bid electronically. In order to bid for this opportunity you will need to register your company on the SE Shared Services portal. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b8fb525a-b34c-4a74-86c9-1321bc3cdadc
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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Feb 20188 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Feb 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Feb 2018 - 30 Mar 2018 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SE SHARED SERVICES
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EAST SUSSEX
Postcode
BN7 1UE
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Lewes
Electoral Ward
Lewes Priory
Westminster Constituency
Lewes

Further Information

Notice Documents

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