Tender

Review and prepare evaluation reports on the "be inspired Staffordshire University" Project.

STAFFORDSHIRE UNIVERSITY

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Tender

11 Apr 2019 at 14:21

Tender

11 Apr 2019 at 13:30

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Staffordshire University is focused on the contract titled "Review and prepare evaluation reports on the 'be inspired Staffordshire University' Project," falling under the industry category of services, specifically business development consultancy and evaluation consultancy services. The procurement method is an open procedure, with the tender period concluding on 3rd May 2019. The contract is set to commence on 17th July 2019 and will last until the completion of the final evaluation, expected in December 2021. This undertaking aims to support students and associates of the University in starting their own businesses through a project funded in part by the European Regional Development Fund and the University Higher Education Innovation Fund, located in Stoke-on-Trent, West Midlands.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs) looking to expand their business activities, particularly in evaluation and consultancy services. Companies with expertise in business development consultancy, evaluation methodologies, and experience in similar public sector projects will find this tender particularly suitable. The alignment with a project aimed at fostering entrepreneurial activity among University associates underscores the potential for further collaboration and growth in the region.

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Notice Title

Review and prepare evaluation reports on the "be inspired Staffordshire University" Project.

Notice Description

Staffordshire University is to put in place a contract for the provision of two interim evaluations and one final evaluation of the ERDF funded biSU Project and invites tenders from suppliers. The contract period will be for 3 years, from commencement on 17th July 2019 and concluding upon completion of the final evaluation, due in December 2021. This opportunity is advertised through Contracts Finder in line with Government policy to encourage public sector expenditure with SMEs. Be Inspired Staffordshire University (biSU) is a project aimed at supporting current Students, Graduates or associates of the University who want to start their own business. This PS1M project begins in June 2019 and will continue until December 2021. The project is part funded by European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) and University Higher Education Innovation Fund (HEIF) allocations. biSU supports individuals in starting their own business (or self-employment) with modest funding, training and business mentoring. The project runs for three years and it is conditional upon the grant that the University undertakes a thorough Annual Review. We are now seeking the appointment of a suitable partner able to provide such a review and be able to report on the findings.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/30e89d8b-3dff-45fe-bdb4-77c41f71b274
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
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Apr 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 May 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
16 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 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
STAFFORDSHIRE UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
STOKE-ON-TRENT
Postcode
ST4 2DE
Post Town
Stoke-on-Trent
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG23 Stoke-on-Trent
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Stoke-on-Trent
Electoral Ward
Hanley Park, Joiner's Square & Shelton
Westminster Constituency
Stoke-on-Trent Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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