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CCCC17A65 - Provision of Consultancy for Market Opportunities for Transport Suppliers

CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport (DfT) is seeking suppliers for the tender titled "CCCC17A65 - Provision of Consultancy for Market Opportunities for Transport Suppliers". This procurement falls under the services category and involves consultancy services specifically in research, development, and marketing management. Located in the United Kingdom, the procurement is currently at the active tender stage, concluding on 8th August 2017. The selected contract will commence on 22nd August 2017 and last for eight weeks, ending on 18th October 2017.

This tender presents significant opportunities for consultancy firms specialising in transport markets and international trade strategies. Businesses that focus on market research and have experience in identifying market barriers will find themselves well-placed to compete for this contract. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, making this an accessible opportunity for innovative consultancies looking to expand their portfolio in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CCCC17A65 - Provision of Consultancy for Market Opportunities for Transport Suppliers

Notice Description

The Department for Transport (DfT) are looking to Contract with a Supplier to provide consultancy advice to the Secretary of State on where the greatest market opportunities are for UK based transport suppliers, and identify key barriers to access high value international markets to identify actions and maximise exports opportunities. The Contract duration is expected to be eight (8) weeks. It is the tenderer's responsibility to ensure that it is able to support the DfT with the full scope of its engagement. Additional information: How to apply Instructions to Potential Providers: Potential Providers must first be registered on the Crown Commercial Service e-Sourcing Suite in order to respond to the Procurement. If you have not yet registered on the e-Sourcing Suite, this can be done online at https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk by following the link 'Register for CCS e-Sourcing'. Please note that, to register, you must have a valid DUNS number (as provided by Dun and Bradstreet) for the organisation which you are registering, who will be entering into a contract if invited to do so at the Invitation to Tender stage. Potential Providers should note that it could take up to 10 working days to obtain a DUNS number. Full instructions for registration and use of the system can be found at: http://gps.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/i-am-supplier/respond-tender Once you have registered on the e-Sourcing Suite, you will need to express your interest by emailing ExpressionOfInterest@Crowncommercial.gov.uk Your email must clearly state: - name/reference of this procurement - the name of the registered supplier; and - the name and contact details Crown Commercial Service will then process your registration and assign your organisation to the opportunity. The registered user will receive a notification email to alert them once this has been done. It is advised however that Potential Providers register as soon as practically possible in order to receive the Invitation to Tender and have a sufficient amount of time to respond. Crown Commercial Service is not able to offer any extensions to the advertised procurement timetable. For technical assistance on use of the e-Sourcing Suite please contact the Helpdesk: Freephone: 0345 010 3503 Email: supplier@Crowncommercial.gov.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4a851c11-7a4a-4138-b0ea-29da6efed71c
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

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

CPV Codes

73210000 - Research consultancy services

73220000 - Development consultancy services

79413000 - Marketing management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Jul 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Aug 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 Aug 2017 - 18 Oct 2017 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
CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 9PP
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
City Centre North
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Further Information

Notice Documents

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