Tender

001266 Start-Ups in London Libraries Programme Delivery of 'Get Started Workshop'

THE BRITISH LIBRARY

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Tender

03 Jan 2019 at 14:07

Summary of the contracting process

The British Library is seeking partners for the delivery of the 'Get Started Workshops' as part of the Start-ups in London Libraries programme. This tender, titled "001266 Start-Ups in London Libraries Programme Delivery of 'Get Started Workshop'", falls within the business and management consultancy services category. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with a tender submission deadline set for 18 January 2019. The workshops are to be conducted across ten London boroughs, including Bexley, Croydon, and Greenwich, and are part of a project designed to support individuals and entrepreneurs in establishing and growing businesses.

This opportunity presents significant potential for business growth, particularly for consulting firms, training providers, and organisations experienced in business development and entrepreneurship. Companies that specialise in delivering workshops or educational programmes aimed at start-ups will find this tender well-suited to their expertise. The workshops will focus on critical areas such as business planning, financing, and market analysis, making it an attractive opportunity for SMEs looking to expand their service offerings to aspiring entrepreneurs within the London region.

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Notice Title

001266 Start-Ups in London Libraries Programme Delivery of 'Get Started Workshop'

Notice Description

The British Library successfully bid to deliver the Start-ups in London Libraries (SiLL) project which commenced in October 2018. The SiLL project has been informed by the British Libraries 12+ years' experience in supporting people from diverse backgrounds to start, protect and grow successful businesses through the Business & IP Centre. Start-ups in London Libraries' will deliver business support via libraries across ten London boroughs, in a hub and spoke model. The British Library SiLL project will be delivered across the following boroughs: Bexley, Croydon, Greenwich, Haringey, Lambeth, Lewisham, Newham, Southwark, Tower Hamlets and Waltham Forest. Start-ups in London Libraries is part funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). The programme is designed to provide pre-start and start-up advice and support to individuals and entrepreneurs thinking about starting up a business, by enabling them to turn innovative ideas into realistic business ventures. This tender is to select a partner to deliver the Start-ups in London Libraries (SiLL) 'Get Started Workshops'. The 'Get Started' workshop should include: - How to test if your idea is viable - How to register a business - Understanding the essentials of a good business plan and how it applies to a start-up - Knowing your customers and competitors - Financing a start-up and managing cash flow - Legal and tax obligations - Understanding the work life balance and the challenges of starting up a business - A business start-up checklist and common pitfalls to be avoided of running a business If you are interested in this opportunity, please access the British Library's eTendering portal (https://bl.bravosolution.co.uk) and click on the 'View current opportunities and notices' link on the home page for further details on registering, downloading the tender documentation and submitting a response.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e2b57bf-4fb2-47d4-821c-7468959b39a3
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

79410000 - Business and management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jan 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Jan 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
25 Feb 2019 - 31 Aug 2021 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE BRITISH LIBRARY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
andy.kemp@bl.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BOSTON SPA
Postcode
LS23 7BQ
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Wetherby
Westminster Constituency
Wetherby and Easingwold

Further Information

Notice Documents

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