Tender

Provide Digital Audit and Action Plan Advice to Micro and SME's Under The 'Go Digital' Programme - Framework Agreement

NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

17 Aug 2021 at 13:48

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Norfolk County Council is seeking qualified advisors to participate in a tender titled "Provide Digital Audit and Action Plan Advice to Micro and SME's Under The 'Go Digital' Programme - Framework Agreement." This initiative, designated for the Business Services sector, aims to establish a framework to assist micro and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Norfolk with digital technology enhancement. The tender period concludes on 17 September 2021, with contracts anticipated to commence on 4 October 2021 and running until 3 October 2024. The procurement method used for this project is an open procedure above the threshold, with a total contract value of £250,000.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in digital consultancy, particularly those with expertise in digital marketing, to engage with micro and SMEs in Norfolk. Companies that operate within the Visitor Economy, Care sector, and food and drink production are particularly encouraged to apply, as they are identified as sectors needing considerable digital transition support. By joining this framework, businesses can expand their client base, though it is essential to note that no guaranteed work comes with the appointment.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provide Digital Audit and Action Plan Advice to Micro and SME's Under The 'Go Digital' Programme - Framework Agreement

Notice Description

Norfolk County Council wishes to establish a Framework Agreement for business advisor services to support Norfolk micro and SME's to improve their use of digital technology. We wish to create a pool of advisors under a Framework Agreement, who have experience of working across a range of sectors who can provide broad business based support but specifically, detailed digital advice to help micro and SME's to increase their use of digital technology successfully. Whilst this programme will be accessible to micro and SME's in Norfolk, regardless of sector, there will be an increased emphasis on attracting businesses from the Visitor Economy, Care sector and food and drink producers as have been shown to be in particular need of help. Because of the diverse nature of businesses we expect to attract to the programme, we require a range of advisors with different digital specialisms so that we can match programme clients with the most relevant expertise. To date 40% of our enquiries are related to digital marketing. Whilst we hope to match all advisors joining the pool with more than one business coming through the programme, we cannot guarantee this and there is no automatic guarantee of work. 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. It is expected that you will work for the full nine hours allocated to each client. No additional costs can be added to this rate. Full details of the requirement can be found in the Service Specification, which forms a Schedule to the Terms and Conditions. Additional information: To apply to the Framework Agreement, you must be registered on in-tend. You can register by clicking this link https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc/aspx/Home Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9b560063-b4e2-4a0b-8dcc-9747ce84a977
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above 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
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Aug 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Sep 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 Oct 2021 - 3 Oct 2024 3-4 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
NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Annie Southgate
Contact Email
annie.southgate@norfolk.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01603 708214

Buyer Location

Locality
NORFOLK
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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