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QU800 - Arts and Culture Seldom Heard Voices Focus groups - AWARD

BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL

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02 Aug 2023 at 22:16

Summary of the contracting process

The Birmingham City Council has completed the procurement process for the provision of focus groups to support the creation of a statement of intent for a Bold Creative Birmingham. This tender falls under the industry category of "Provision of services to the community" and is suitable for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs). The contract is anticipated to start in July 2022, with a final report deadline and contract end date set for 12th August 2022. The Council will be using the open procedure for this procurement, with a tender submission deadline of 14th June 2022.

This tender by the Birmingham City Council presents business growth opportunities for suppliers of focus group services who can engage with various target groups, including ethnic communities, carers, and different age demographics. Businesses providing services related to arts, culture, community health, and social services would be well-suited to compete in this procurement process. The Council's emphasis on creating a safe and inclusive environment for participants signifies a commitment to engaging diverse voices in shaping the cultural landscape of Birmingham. Interested suppliers must register on the Council's e-tendering system to access relevant documentation and submit their tenders by the specified deadline.

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Notice Title

QU800 - Arts and Culture Seldom Heard Voices Focus groups - AWARD

Notice Description

The Council requires a supplier for the provision of focus groups to support the creation of a statement of intent for a Bold Creative Birmingham. For each focus group, providers will be required to: o recruit participants and ensure that the setting for the focus group/s is a safe and psychologically informed environment which considers the needs of the group members. o ensure participants complete consent forms for participation including audio recordings. Consent for photography/film is optional. o capture and gain a greater understanding of the views of citizens about arts and culture in Birmingham to inform the Statement of Intent. o capture specific quotes from participants in relation to specific themes, ambitions or key actions that the Council may use in future reports, including the Statement and subsequent Strategy. o conduct conversations in person or digitally if clear justification for need to digital methods is given. Target Groups (one focus group per target group, 13 target groups in total) a. Ethnic Communities i. South Asian Communities ii. African and Caribbean Communities iii. Chinese, Korean & Vietnamese Communities iv. Central & Eastern European Communities b. Carers c. Adults with learning disabilities d. Adults with sensory impairments e. Adults with physical impairment f. Young Men aged <25yrs g. Young Women aged <25yrs h. Adults over 65yrs i. Adults over 80yrs j. Lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans people k. People not in Employment l. Faith Communities i. Muslim ii. Sikh iii. Hindu iv. Christian v. Jewish m. Communities of place (localities) i. North Birmingham ii. East Birmingham iii. West Birmingham iv. Central Birmingham v. South Birmingham The anticipated start of the contract is July 2022. The deadline for the final report and end of the contract is 12th August 2022. The Council will be using its free to use e-tendering system (in-tend) for the administration of this procurement process and potential suppliers must register with the system to be able to express an interest. If you wish to express an interest in this opportunity, please click on the following link to access https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc/ and submit your details to register. You will then be sent details on how to log on which will enable you to download all relevant quotation documentation. If you are unable to register with In-tend or have any questions or problems on how to use this web site please either email us at: cps@birmingham.gov.uk Your completed tender submission should be returned by noon on 14th June 2022 via the 'in-tend' system https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc/

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a9722387-46fd-4e59-a21a-07328529ce03
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/acfb3183-896e-4790-9041-8669fd159300
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award 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

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

85 - Health and social work services

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

75124000 - Administrative recreational, cultural and religious services

75200000 - Provision of services to the community

85100000 - Health services

85140000 - Miscellaneous health services

85322000 - Community action programme

85323000 - Community health services

92500000 - Library, archives, museums and other cultural services

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£64,481 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Aug 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Jun 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Aug 20223 years ago
Contract Period
18 Sep 2022 - 23 Dec 2022 1-6 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
BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MIDLANDS
Postcode
B4 7WB
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Newtown
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

ORBITACX LIMITED TRADING AS INSIGHT NOW

TRUEMAN CHANGE MANAGEMENT

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