Tender

Durham Business Opportunities Programme (DBOP) Engineering and Manufacturing Strand

DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

22 Apr 2020 at 15:05

Tender Notice
Tender

22 Apr 2020 at 14:50

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Durham County Council is currently seeking proposals for the "Durham Business Opportunities Programme (DBOP) Engineering and Manufacturing Strand," which aims to provide intensive support to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the engineering and manufacturing sector, particularly in recovery from the impacts of COVID-19. The procurement process is at the Tender stage, with submissions due by 22nd May 2020. The total budget for this programme is set at £120,000, funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF), and the contract will commence on 8th June 2020, lasting until 30th September 2022. The services are to be delivered in the North East region of the United Kingdom, classified under the business services category, specifically related to law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing, and security.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for SMEs in the engineering and manufacturing sectors to enhance their market presence and capabilities. Businesses that provide consulting or support services tailored to engineering and manufacturing are particularly well-suited to compete. By participating in this programme, successful bidders will not only fulfill a contract but also contribute to the broader recovery and growth of the industry, potentially establishing long-term partnerships and fostering local economic development.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Durham Business Opportunities Programme (DBOP) Engineering and Manufacturing Strand

Notice Description

The primary objective of this contract is to provide a programme of intensive support to SMEs within the engineering and manufacturing sector, including supporting engineering and manufacturing businesses recovering from the impact of COVID 19. The purpose of the programme will be to increase their capacity to grow and enable businesses to identify and take advantage of market opportunities. This will include working alongside the Engineering and Manufacturing Network (EMN) to identify common issues within the sector and providing intensive support to address these. The Council has confirmed ERDF (European Regional Development Fund) funding to enable delivery of this Project. The Council has a commitment of PS120,000 of funding to ensure the delivery of the scope and achievement of the strategic objectives in relation to this Contract over the contract period. It is to be noted this is the maximum funding available and meeting the funding constraints will be a requirement of this Contract and of the successful delivery partner.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/00a97d9c-e239-4b51-8ce0-2044d4a0d673
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
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
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Apr 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 May 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
7 Jun 2020 - 30 Sep 2022 2-3 years
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
DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DURHAM
Postcode
DH1 5UL
Post Town
Durham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Neville's Cross
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Further Information

Notice Documents

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