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LPS - Enterprise Adviser Network in Lancashire - RFQ 15139465

LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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18 Nov 2016 at 20:15

Summary of the contracting process

Lancashire County Council (LCC) is seeking a delivery partner for the Enterprise Adviser Network in Lancashire, a project aimed at creating lasting connections between local businesses and educational institutions. This tender, identified as RFQ 15139465, falls within the recruitment services sector and is located in the North West of the United Kingdom. The procurement process is currently at the Award stage, having begun on 1st March 2017, with a contract duration extending to 31st August 2018. The expected annual value for the contract is approximately £150,000 for the academic year 2016-2017 and £300,000 for the following year, subject to funding approval. The open procedure was published on 11th November 2016, and the tender period ended on 9th December 2016.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) looking to expand their operations in the education and enterprise sectors. Companies with expertise in establishing educational networks or delivering career advice and guidance will be particularly well-suited for this tender. By participating in the Enterprise Adviser Network, successful bidders will contribute to bridging the gap between local businesses and schools, fostering community engagement and growth through educational collaboration.

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Notice Title

LPS - Enterprise Adviser Network in Lancashire - RFQ 15139465

Notice Description

Lancashire County Council (LCC) and the Lancashire Enterprise Partnership (LEP) are currently working with the Careers and Enterprise Company to build a Lancashire Enterprise Adviser Network, building on a pilot which commenced in January 2016. LCC is seeking a delivery partner to work with the Lancashire Skills and Employment Board and the Lancashire Skills and Employment Hub to establish and implement an Enterprise Adviser Network that spans Lancashire working with the Local Authorities, the HIVE business network and the Burnley Bondholders, as well as other local delivery organisations operating in the Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance (CEIAG) space. The purpose of the local Enterprise Adviser Network is to create powerful, lasting connections between local businesses and the schools and colleges in the area. LCC requires a delivery partner for the Enterprise Adviser Network to commence on 1st March 2017. Annual value is expected to be in the region of PS150,000 for academic year 2016-2017 and PS300,000 for academic year 2017-2018 (due to the increased requirements within the contract) - this is subject to funding approval as detailed in the ITT document.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-71aef3f1-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/214617c1-0df1-46dc-abc6-390699ee98d6
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
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79600000 - Recruitment services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,031,674 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,290,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Mar 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Dec 2016Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Feb 20179 years ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2017 - 31 Aug 2018 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PRESTON
Postcode
PR1 8XJ
Post Town
Preston
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD45 Mid Lancashire
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Preston
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Preston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INSPIRA CUMBRIA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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