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Tender Opportunity: Business Advice Services

CUMBRIA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

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Summary of the contracting process

The Cumbria Chamber of Commerce is currently inviting tenders for the "Business Advice Services" project under the Cumbria Business Growth Hub initiative, aimed at providing business support primarily to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and potential start-ups in the North West region of the United Kingdom. This open procurement process, set to conclude on 20th August 2018, seeks to establish a flexible pool of experienced business advisers who can deliver coaching and training to meet various client needs. The contract is anticipated to commence on 3rd September 2018 and will last until 31st August 2022, with a total estimated value of £10,000 for this particular tender.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for consultancy firms and independent advisers with expertise in business coaching, training needs assessments, and action plan development, particularly those focusing on SMEs. Businesses already engaged in similar projects or with prior experience in collaborating with regional development initiatives would be especially well-suited to compete. Furthermore, those interested in expanding their portfolio in business support sectors can leverage this avenue to foster relationships with local authorities and educational institutions, thereby enhancing their market presence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Tender Opportunity: Business Advice Services

Notice Description

This invitation is issued by Cumbria Chamber of Commerce/Cumbria Business Growth Hub. It covers business advice for the following initiatives delivered within its Cumbria Business Growth Hub umbrella: - ERDF Growth Hub project (excluding supply chain) - Local authority support to non ERDF eligible businesses (excluding supply chain) - ERDF BSUS Business Start-Up Support project - New Enterprise Allowance - Other potential business support projects/initiatives We are looking to renew our pool of experienced business advisers (individual advisers and/or specified individuals within an organisation), both generalist and specialist, to carry out business reviews/training needs analyses, develop action plans and deliver advice and coaching to businesses (primarily small and medium sized businesses [SMEs]) and/or potential start-ups in Cumbria. This will be a flexible pool of contracted advisers, drawn on as needed depending on factors such as levels of demand, client needs and preferences, experience and specialisms. The pools may also be used for other similar business support projects. Note that this tender is to replace the existing pool for the relevant projects. Advisers already contracted must reapply if they wish to continue to work on these projects and/or to work on future projects in the next four years. Additional information: 25/7 Important note to all bidders: the PQQ has been amended slightly since the opportunity was initially published and the correct version is V3 Project Funding The current BSUS and Growth Hub ERDF projects are supported by the Chamber, Lancaster University, University of Cumbria, Barrow Borough Council, Carlisle City Council, Eden District Council, South Lakeland District Council and the European Regional Development Fund Programme 2014-2020. The Department for Communities and Local Government is the managing authority for the European Regional Development Fund Programme, which is one of the funds established by the European Commission to help local areas stimulate their economic development by investing in projects which will support local businesses and create jobs. For more information visit www.communities.gov.uk/erdf. It is anticipated that any follow on projects will be similarly funded. The New Enterprise Allowance initiative is matched with the European Social Fund as part of the 2014-2020 European Structural and Investment Funds Growth Programme in England. The Department for Work and Pensions is the Managing Authority for the England European Social Fund programme. Established by the European Union, the European Social Fund helps local areas stimulate their economic development by investing in projects which will support skills development, employment and job creation, social inclusion and local community regenerations. For more information visit https://www.gov.uk/european-growth-funding. Funding arrangements vary for other projects.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a12acf20-64bb-4907-8c7f-c306b44fe63e
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

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

CPV Codes

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Aug 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Aug 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Sep 2018 - 31 Aug 2022 3-4 years
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
CUMBRIA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARLISLE
Postcode
CA3 8DA
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD13 Cumberland
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Carlisle

Further Information

Notice Documents

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