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(NU/1745-3) The Provision of International Market Research and Business Development in China

NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY

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28 Nov 2022 at 16:55

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Summary of the contracting process

Newcastle University has awarded a contract for "(NU/1745-3) The Provision of International Market Research and Business Development in China" to INTO University Partnerships. The contract, valued at GBP 482,169, falls under the business services category and has a contract period from 4th November 2022 to 31st July 2025. The procurement method used was a selective procedure with a tender period ending on 24th May 2022.

This tender opportunity offers a chance for business growth to firms providing services such as law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, and financial consultancy. Companies specialising in accounting, auditing, strategic analysis, and economic research are suited to compete. The contract aims to support Newcastle University's global strategy through market research and business development activities in China, creating opportunities for UK organisations seeking to enhance their presence and partnerships in the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

(NU/1745-3) The Provision of International Market Research and Business Development in China

Notice Description

This tender is for a Firm who will provide the University with services including market research, advice and assistance to deliver the University's China strategy and contribute to the University's Global Strategy. The Firm will support the University providing the following: 1. Provide dedicated staff based in major cities in China including but not limited to Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou to deliver the required services; 2. Support the implementation of university strategies; 3. Assist a diverse portfolio of activities in marketing, student recruitment, partnership development and brand promotion in China; 4. Develop networks and relationships with the local government, institutions and industries in China; 5. Act as a point of contact for staff across the university and external partners; 6. Working closely with UK organisations represented in China; 7. Develop the University's agent network and deliver conversion activities; 8. Enhancing the University's profile, brand awareness and reputation in China; Other support duties as required to meet the objectives of the university.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c3a3e9ef-f3cf-4b97-a253-78e86e63fded
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

66 - Financial and insurance services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

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

CPV Codes

66121000 - Mergers and acquisition services

66170000 - Financial consultancy, financial transaction processing and clearing-house services

66519600 - Actuarial services

66523000 - Pension fund consultancy services

71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis

72221000 - Business analysis consultancy services

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

79200000 - Accounting, auditing and fiscal services

79311400 - Economic research services

79311410 - Economic impact assessment

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£482,169 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Nov 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 May 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Aug 20223 years ago
Contract Period
4 Nov 2022 - 31 Jul 2025 2-3 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
NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE
Postcode
NE1 7RU
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INTO UNIVERSITY PARTNERSHIPS

Further Information

Notice Documents

Notice URLs

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