Tender

TC065 - Voluntary Sector Infrastructure Support

THE BOROUGH COUNCIL OF BOLTON

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Tender

30 Dec 2021 at 14:30

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Borough Council of Bolton has initiated a tender for "TC065 - Voluntary Sector Infrastructure Support," aimed at enhancing the local Voluntary and Community Sector (VCSE). The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 4th February 2022. This initiative falls under the classification of "Other community, social and personal services" and has a total estimated value of £1,125,000. The contract is scheduled to commence on 1st June 2022 and is expected to run until 31st May 2025. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, allowing a broad range of participants to submit competitive bids.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses seeking to grow within the VCSE sector, specifically those that can provide infrastructure support and development services. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and VCSEs themselves are well-positioned to compete for this contract, leveraging their local knowledge and community connections to support Bolton's strategic aspirations outlined in the Bolton2030 vision. Engaging in this tender can facilitate business growth by establishing valuable relationships within the community and enhancing service offerings to support local initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

TC065 - Voluntary Sector Infrastructure Support

Notice Description

The Borough Council of Bolton ("the Authority") is prepared to receive tenders for Voluntary Sector Infrastructure Support which will be subject to the information, specification and tender package enclosed. Bolton has a large and diverse Voluntary and Community Sector (VCSE) which adds huge value to the borough's quality of life and that of its residents. An eco-system made up of over 1,600 groups and organisations of all types and sizes, reaching deep into Bolton's communities. The VCSE sector also plays a crucial part in supporting Bolton achieve its aspirations, as outlined in Bolton2030 as our partnership long-term vision for the borough. Bolton2030 was co-developed by key partners, including those in the VCSE. The rationale for commissioning an infrastructure support partner with the capacity and capability to support and develop VCSE locally, was firmly established as we delivered Aspiring and Achieving, Bolton's VCSE Strategy 2019-2021. The Authority's continued commissioning of an infrastructure partner (the "Provider") demonstrates our ongoing commitment to supporting a strong and capable VCSE that will help to deliver Bolton 2030 outcomes.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e11f75e-d199-4c98-98bb-d95cc2d53c46
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,125,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Dec 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Feb 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2022 - 31 May 2025 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
THE BOROUGH COUNCIL OF BOLTON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BOLTON
Postcode
BL1 1RU
Post Town
Bolton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD36 Greater Manchester North West
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Bolton
Electoral Ward
Queens Park & Central
Westminster Constituency
Bolton North East

Further Information

Notice Documents

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