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This procurement aims to appoint a single supplier to deliver high quality, impactful business support to ambitious SMEs in East Sussex. The contract will run for 8 months from August 2025 to March 2026 with a possible extension of a further 12 months (subject to funding). The UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) is the UK Government's replacement for European Structural Investment Fund (ESiF) that included both the European Social Fund (ESF) and the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF), and is managed by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government. The funding for this contract, provided through UKSPF, is contingent upon ESCC receiving the fun

EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

13 May 2025 at 11:50

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

East Sussex County Council is seeking to appoint a single supplier to provide high-quality business support for SMEs in East Sussex. The procurement process, currently at the tender stage, falls within the business services category, specifically focusing on business and management consultancy services. The contract, funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, is valued at £355,000 and will cover an 8-month period from July 2025, with the possibility of extending by a further 12 months. Interested parties are advised to submit their tenders before the end date of 9th June 2025, as the contract aims to commence on 22nd July 2025. The open procedure allows a competitive bidding process, ensuring diverse participation.

This tender offers an excellent opportunity for businesses involved in consultancy, law, marketing, and related services to expand their client base and impact within the region. Enterprises that specialise in providing strategic support to SMEs, particularly those with experience in delivering community-driven business solutions, will find this opportunity particularly advantageous. The focus on supporting ambitious small and medium-sized enterprises aligns well with innovative consultancy firms that aim to foster local economic growth and sustainability in East Sussex. Additionally, the financial backing from the UKSPF presents a secure avenue for business growth in the area.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

This procurement aims to appoint a single supplier to deliver high quality, impactful business support to ambitious SMEs in East Sussex. The contract will run for 8 months from August 2025 to March 2026 with a possible extension of a further 12 months (subject to funding). The UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) is the UK Government's replacement for European Structural Investment Fund (ESiF) that included both the European Social Fund (ESF) and the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF), and is managed by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government. The funding for this contract, provided through UKSPF, is contingent upon ESCC receiving the fun

Notice Description

This procurement aims to appoint a single supplier to deliver high quality, impactful business support to ambitious SMEs in East Sussex. The contract will run for 8 months from August 2025 to March 2026.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8133b1f7-558f-49a4-a9c4-aca4bd902055
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 (above 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

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

79410000 - Business and management consultancy services

79900000 - Miscellaneous business and business-related services

79990000 - Miscellaneous business-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£355,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 Jul 2025 - 21 Mar 2026 6-12 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
EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEWES
Postcode
BN7 1UE
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Lewes
Electoral Ward
Lewes Priory
Westminster Constituency
Lewes

Further Information

Notice Documents

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