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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "CO0104 Pre-Start and Start up Business Support" is managed by Essex County Council, focusing on business and management consultancy services. It is situated in the East of England, specifically targeting local authorities in North and Mid Essex. The procurement method chosen is an open procedure below threshold, and the process is currently in the award stage, with the contract expected to commence on 1 December 2021 and conclude on 30 November 2022. The tender was published on 28 July 2021, with submissions required by 13 August 2021.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) seeking to contribute to business start-up support for individuals and new businesses. Firms with expertise in providing advice and consultancy services to start-ups, especially those familiar with the local business landscape, will be well-placed to compete. This initiative not only aims to enhance existing business support provisions but also encourages partnerships that can sustainably grow beyond the initial contract period.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

CO0104 Pre-Start and Start up Business Support

Notice Description

North Essex Business Support Services

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9a295e02-4da3-433b-a38a-632323393ece
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bce28160-7d0a-4656-b8cd-f9b02cc11591
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£123,930 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Oct 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Aug 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jul 20215 years ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2021 - 30 Nov 2022 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Essex County Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CHELMSFORD
Postcode
CM1 1LB
Postcode Area
Chelmsford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH36 Heart of Essex
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Chelmsford
Electoral Ward
Chelmer Village and Beaulieu Park
Westminster Constituency
Chelmsford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Colbea

Further Information

Notice Documents

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