Tender

Opportunity to Market

SOUTHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL

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11 Mar 2021 at 09:59

Tender Notice
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11 Mar 2021 at 09:30

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Southampton City Council is inviting proposals for a procurement titled "Opportunity to Market," aimed at developing and commercialising an 'opportunity marketplace' that connects local businesses and individuals to various opportunities. This procurement is categorised under services, specifically focusing on telecommunications equipment and supplies, and is currently in the tender stage. Interested parties must submit their bids by 7th April 2021, and the contract is scheduled to commence on 26th April 2021, lasting until 31st March 2022. The tender process follows an open procedure, which is applicable below the threshold for formal tendering.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those involved in technology development, sales or marketing software, and market research services. Local SMEs (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises) are especially encouraged to participate, bringing innovative solutions that can enhance the project's objectives. Companies proficient in telecommunications and marketing consultancy may find this tender aligns with their capabilities, making it an excellent opportunity for growth and visibility within the procurement landscape.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Opportunity to Market

Notice Description

Southampton City Council is currently undertaking a procurement entitled Opportunity Market Place. The project seeks a service provider that can develop, test, deliver, scale out and commercialise an 'opportunity marketplace' (OMP) that will connect Southampton's people/businesses to opportunities. This project is a key strand within the Future of Work (FoW) programme developed by Southampton City Council (SCC) and fundamental to our economic recovery and growth ambitions. For Technical assistance please either consult the Curtis Fitch Support Site (http://www.curtisfitch.com/support/suppliers) which contains user guides and tips for submitting your quotation, or the Curtis Fitch helpdesk can be contacted on 01242 530 900

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-bf4066b5-0749-4b43-8781-57cdcc98514e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/959ff807-836b-47cb-95e3-c062b73e62e4
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

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

32500000 - Telecommunications equipment and supplies

72212481 - Sales or marketing software development services

73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

79310000 - Market research services

79340000 - Advertising and marketing services

79413000 - Marketing management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Apr 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
25 Apr 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 6-12 months
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
SOUTHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTHAMPTON
Postcode
SO14 7LY
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ32 Southampton
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Southampton
Electoral Ward
Bargate
Westminster Constituency
Southampton Itchen

Further Information

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