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Opportunity to supply independent final project evaluations for Cumbria Business Growth Hub and for BSUS Business Start-Up Support

CUMBRIA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

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06 Nov 2018 at 16:47

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Cumbria Chamber of Commerce is inviting tenders for the opportunity to supply independent final project evaluations for the Cumbria Business Growth Hub and BSUS Business Start-Up Support. This procurement falls under the business services sector, particularly focusing on law, marketing, and consulting, and is located in Carlisle, North West England. The tender process is currently at the planning stage, with submissions due by noon on 21st November 2018. The total budget for the evaluations is £10,000, split evenly between the two projects, with delivery deadlines extending to March 2019.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for consultancy firms, particularly those specialising in project evaluation and business growth analysis, to engage with local government initiatives. Businesses with expertise in conducting independent assessments and evaluations, especially within the context of European Regional Development Fund projects, will find this tender particularly relevant. The reports are intended to analyse the effectiveness and outcomes of current projects, making it a pertinent contract for SMEs looking to expand their portfolio in public sector collaborations.

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Notice Title

Opportunity to supply independent final project evaluations for Cumbria Business Growth Hub and for BSUS Business Start-Up Support

Notice Description

Opportunity to supply independent final project evaluations for Cumbria Business Growth Hub and for BSUS Business Start-Up Support Cumbria Chamber of Commerce has a requirement for independent final evaluation reports for the current ERDF supported Cumbria Business Growth Hub and BSUS projects. These will form part of their Summative Assessments. The ERDF Growth Hub project supports businesses throughout Cumbria looking to grow and enhance their competitiveness. It is a partnership project with Lancaster University Management School, led by the Chamber as accountable body. The BSUS project supports individuals throughout Cumbria looking to start-up in business and young businesses in their early years of trading. It is a partnership project with the University of Cumbria, led by the Chamber as accountable body. The reports will need to consider the impact of the current ERDF projects as they approach their ends and suggest lessons learned/good practice/opportunities which should be taken forward in subsequent delivery. The current ERDF Growth Hub project ceases delivery at the end of December 2018. The current BSUS project ceases delivery at the end of March 2019. The evaluations should cover the following key aspects: The evaluations should cover the points set out under questions 1-6 in the attached Summative Assessment report template, with the summary comments for the Summative Assessment report supported by more detailed information and comments where appropriate. You will be provided with copies of the Logic Models and relevant performance data, as well as other relevant supporting information and the opportunity to interview relevant members of the project delivery teams. Provided with this brief is a copy of the Summative Assessment report template and ERDF Summative Assessment Guidance. Budgets: A budget of up to PS5,000 including VAT is available for the Growth Hub report. A budget of up to PS5,000 including VAT is available for the BSUS report. Timescales: For the Growth Hub, the draft report must be provided by 31st December 2018, with the final report to be agreed by Monday 21st January 2019. For BSUS, the draft report must be provided by Monday 11th March 2019, with the final report to be agreed by Friday 29th March 2019. Additional information: Timescales: For the Growth Hub, the draft report must be provided by 31st December 2018, with the final report to be agreed by Monday 21st January 2019. For BSUS, the draft report must be provided by Monday 11th March 2019, with the final report to be agreed by Friday 29th March 2019. Submitting your proposal: Proposals must be sent by email to Richard Condron, richardc@cumbriachamber.co.uk, to be received by noon on 21st November 2018.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/274b7f7f-3f58-4ed7-8293-bea634da0d5d
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

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Nov 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Nov 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
26 Nov 2018 - 29 Mar 2019 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
CUMBRIA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARLISLE
Postcode
CA3 8DA
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD13 Cumberland
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Carlisle

Further Information

Notice Documents

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