Tender

Invitation to Quote to provide digital audit and action plan advice to micro and SME's under the 'Go Digital' programmecro

NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL

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11 Jan 2021 at 11:37

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by Norfolk County Council, invites quotes for digital audit and action plan advice tailored for micro and small to medium enterprises (SMEs) as part of the 'Go Digital' programme. The procurement is classified under business services, specifically in consulting and related fields, with an estimated budget of £45,000. This open procedure tender will close on 20 January 2021, and successful contracts will commence from 26 January 2021 through to 30 April 2021, focusing on the East of England.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in digital consultancy, particularly those focusing on aiding SMEs in enhancing their technological capabilities. Ideal candidates include consultancy firms, digital transformation experts, and advisors with experience in supporting varied businesses in leveraging digital tools for growth. However, applicants should note that being shortlisted as a pre-approved provider does not guarantee contract awards or work volume.

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Notice Title

Invitation to Quote to provide digital audit and action plan advice to micro and SME's under the 'Go Digital' programmecro

Notice Description

Norfolk County Council wishes to procure business advisor services for Norfolk micro and SME's to support them to improve their use of digital technology. * At this stage we are inviting advisors to apply to be included on a list of pre-approved providers. Price will not be evaluated as part of this process, as we will pay a fixed fee of PS40 per hour (+VAT) for all work on this project. No additional costs can be added to this rate. * We will offer contracts with individual advisors as required. * There is no guarantee of work or contracts being placed with you even if you are selected to join the pre-approved list of providers (pool) Please see the attached documents for details of how to apply

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/53e01dc9-ae06-4201-bc9d-b12cf7abcc13
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, VCSE
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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£45,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jan 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Jan 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
26 Jan 2021 - 30 Apr 2021 1-6 months
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
NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Jenn Fuller
Contact Email
econdev@norfolk.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR1 2DH
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
Lakenham
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

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