Tender

Accelerating the Creative Economy (ACE IT) One-to-one and group SME consultancy

LONDON SOUTH BANK UNIVERSITY

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Tender

07 Jan 2021 at 08:51

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Accelerating the Creative Economy (ACE IT) One-to-one and group SME consultancy" is being conducted by London South Bank University (LSBU), focused on providing business development consultancy services. Located in London, the procurement is currently in the Tender stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 27 January 2021. This initiative is part of the ACE IT project, which supports immersive technology start-ups and SMEs, and the contract period is expected to commence on 10 February 2021 and run until 30 June 2021. The total value of the consultancy services is £16,000, and the method of procurement is classified as "Other - Below threshold".

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in immersive technology. Businesses that can offer tailored, one-on-one support or group consultancy sessions will find this opportunity particularly relevant. Engaging in this contract could bolster business growth by enabling firms to leverage innovative technologies and collaborate closely with LSBU, fostering knowledge exchange and product development.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Accelerating the Creative Economy (ACE IT) One-to-one and group SME consultancy

Notice Description

London South Bank University (LSBU), through their department of Research, Enterprise and Innovation (REI) manages a portfolio of projects supporting start-ups and SMEs through knowledge exchange, and collaborative research and development to develop new products, processes and services. To learn more please visit www.sbi.business. One these projects is Accelerating the Creative Economy through Immersive Technology (ACE IT), which supports immersive technology start-ups and SMEs. The project was launched in April 2019 and concludes June 2022. ACE IT is currently transitioning its delivery model, from an open programme accepting applications on a rolling basis, to a cohort approach. This new approach encompasses: Two cohorts in 2021, each lasting approximately 2-3 months. Each company will receive support through monthly one-to-ones with a consultant or mentor (the tenderer), progress meetings with the ACE IT Project Team, peer-to-peer support through a dedicated communication platform, and group workshops. Companies may receive additional ad-hoc one-to-one support from other consultants, or LSBU academics, to provide relevant subject matter expertise depending on their needs Additional information: All tender documentation can be viewed and accessed for free at LSBU's e-sourcing portal - link below

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c360fb66-c338-4b60-97d5-62fddb4b99a6
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - Below threshold
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79411100 - Business development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£16,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jan 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Jan 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
10 Feb 2021 - 30 Jun 2021 1-6 months
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
LONDON SOUTH BANK UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 0AA
Post Town
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
St George's
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Further Information

Notice Documents

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