Award

Invitation to Quote to provide Business Advice to micro and SME's under the 'Go Digital' programme

NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

08 Dec 2020 at 14:12

TenderAmendment

27 Oct 2020 at 10:45

TenderAmendment

20 Oct 2020 at 07:59

Tender

20 Oct 2020 at 07:57

Summary of the contracting process

Norfolk County Council is conducting a tender process for the "Invitation to Quote to provide Business Advice to micro and SMEs under the 'Go Digital' programme." This procurement is focused on IT services, specifically consulting and software development, based in the East of England. The tender period concluded on 9th November 2020, with contract commencement set for 13th November 2020 and running until 31st March 2021. The total value of the project is £15,480, and potential suppliers must note that the procurement method is a single tender action, classified as below threshold.

This opportunity presents a significant growth avenue for SMEs and voluntary community sector enterprises with expertise in digital technology consultancy. Businesses proficient in providing tailored business advice to improve digital adoption among small enterprises are well-positioned to succeed in this tender. Selected advisors will be placed on a pre-approved list, making this a valuable entry point for those looking to expand their client portfolios in the public sector.

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Notice Title

Invitation to Quote to provide Business Advice to micro and SME's under the 'Go Digital' programme

Notice Description

Norfolk County Council wishes to procure business advisor services for Norfolk micro and SME's to support them to improve their use of digital technology. * At this stage we are inviting advisors 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 PS40 per hour (+VAT) for all work on this project. No additional costs can be added to this rate. * We will offer contracts with individual advisors as required. To apply please complete the attached Invitation to Quote document. Additional information: Please note - the deadline for clarifications has been extended by 1 week to 3rd November.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9383aafc-3758-4d73-b9d0-c49c55525199
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£15,480 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£15,480 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Dec 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Nov 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Nov 20205 years ago
Contract Period
13 Nov 2020 - 31 Mar 2021 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
NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Jenn Fuller
Contact Email
econdev@norfolk.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01603 973576

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
11
Supplier Names

AVIE NETWORKS

ENVIGO

GREEN DUCK

KINNOVATE

MENTA

ONE BYTE

PEREZ VEGA CONSULTING

QUICKFIRE DIGITAL

THE FORRESTER

THRIVE BUZZ

WHOOP DIGITAL

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