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Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the provision of Interim and Final Summative Assessment Reports of the Cheshire & Warrington Business Growth Programme (CWBGP) ERDF Project No. 03R16P00627

UNIVERSITY OF CHESTER

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Award

24 Nov 2021 at 11:54

Award Notice
Tender

30 Jul 2021 at 13:14

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Chester is seeking quotations through an open procurement process for the provision of Interim and Final Summative Assessment Reports for the Cheshire & Warrington Business Growth Programme (CWBGP). This project aims to generate insights for the ERDF Project No. 03R16P00627, with the contract period starting on 6th September 2021 and extending to 31st May 2023. The deadline for submitting quotations is set for 10:00 AM on 31st August 2021. This tender falls under the category of miscellaneous business and business-related services and is located in North West England, specifically within the Cheshire and Warrington area. The anticipated value of the contract is £22,500, with a minimum value of £10,000.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses focused on assessment and evaluation services, particularly those with expertise in ERDF compliance and experience in delivering tailored support for SMEs. Businesses that can provide robust summative assessment reports and have knowledge of the local business ecosystem in Cheshire and Warrington will be well-suited to compete. Additionally, both small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, aligning with the project's aim to support local entrepreneurship and economic growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the provision of Interim and Final Summative Assessment Reports of the Cheshire & Warrington Business Growth Programme (CWBGP) ERDF Project No. 03R16P00627

Notice Description

The Universities Economic Development Unit Ltd ("UEDU") and partners sought quotations for the provision of two Summative Assessments Reports for the Cheshire & Warrington Business Growth Programme ("CWBGP"), including a) an interim Summative Assessment covering the period to 30th September 2021 and b) a Final Summative Assessment Report covering the period to 31st May 2023. These reports must comply with and satisfy the prevailing requirements and guidelines of the European Regional Development Fund ("ERDF"), which part-funds the CWBGP: ERDF Project Reference No. 03R16P00627. UEDU Ltd is hosted by and is a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of Chester. The Cheshire & Warrington Business Growth Programme (CWBGP) provides a range of support to both potential entrepreneurs wishing to start a business, as well as new and established businesses within the Cheshire and Warrington area that meet the SME definition and ERDF eligibility criteria. Registered beneficiaries receive support which includes a bespoke 365 review of the business/proposed business idea; barriers being faced and provides an assessment of their needs and activities under the project (and any referral to outside support). Support could be access to either stand-alone and/or a programme-linked series of workshops around thematic topics, such as leadership and management, business planning, marketing etc., as well as one to one mentoring and networking opportunities. Further details were provided within the RfQ documents. Additional information: Please note that where your organisation may have previously registered with In-Tend, it will be necessary for you to ensure that your registration includes being registered to see opportunities for University of Chester. Registration to this site is free for suppliers. There is also Help/Guidance on how to use the supplier site on the 'Help' section of the site: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofchester/aspx/Help

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6b856b95-596e-4271-b669-3bddebbec3ed
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/42ade403-2e18-48c5-b512-06d4071e058a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (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

79900000 - Miscellaneous business and business-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£22,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Nov 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
31 Aug 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Sep 20214 years ago
Contract Period
14 Sep 2021 - 31 May 2023 1-2 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
UNIVERSITY OF CHESTER
Contact Name
Procurement Services
Contact Email
procurement@chester.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01244512910

Buyer Location

Locality
CHESTER
Postcode
CH1 4BJ
Post Town
Chester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Cheshire West and Chester
Electoral Ward
Chester City & the Garden Quarter
Westminster Constituency
Chester North and Neston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

S4W

Further Information

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