Tender

Application form to be included on a preferred list of Providers to provide Bid Development / Bid Writing Coaching Support

NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The Norfolk County Council is seeking applications for inclusion on a preferred list of providers for Bid Development and Bid Writing Coaching Support. This procurement is categorised under business services and is primarily located in the East of England. The tender will be conducted through an open procedure, with the application deadline set for 5pm on 31st July 2021. Selected providers will offer bid writing support to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) at a fixed rate of £50 per hour, with contracts to commence from 1st August 2021 through to 26th November 2022.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in consulting, coaching, and bid support to expand their clientele. Companies that focus on supporting SMEs in the bidding process, particularly those with experience in writing competitive proposals, will find themselves well-placed to compete for inclusion in the preferred providers list. This initiative not only aims to enhance the capabilities of SMEs in the bidding arena but also serves as a platform for providers to secure ongoing work in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Application form to be included on a preferred list of Providers to provide Bid Development / Bid Writing Coaching Support

Notice Description

Norfolk County Council wishes to procure bid writing support and bid writing coaches to SMEs. Our exact requirements are detailed in the documents. At this stage we are inviting Providers to apply to be included on a list of pre-approved providers. Price will not be evaluated as part of this process, as we will pay a fixed fee of PS50 per hour for all work on this project. We will offer contracts with individual providers as required. There is no guarantee of any work or contracts being placed with you even if you are selected to join the preferred list. The application form and terms and conditions are attached for you to complete and return to econdev@norfolk.gov.uk. We have reopened this list for new applications until 5pm 31st July 2021, however, please note that the project is looking to appoint its first cohort of coaches in time for the project launch late in November. Please note we have extended the closing date for this opportunity. Additional information: the dates in the document are incorrect as we have extended the closing date. Please complete the form and submit as soon as you are ready to. This will be assessed and if successful you will be notified.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b43a3c3c-77ff-44af-8907-f08f7f8ba6bf
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c55e020e-dfaf-4432-9c8c-6eb239fc3c69
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 (below 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
£1,750 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jun 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jul 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2021 - 26 Nov 2022 1-2 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
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

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