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Small Business Innovation Support Framework Agreement - AWARD

Manchester Metropolitan University

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Summary of the contracting process

The Small Business Innovation Support Framework Agreement, initiated by Manchester Metropolitan University, aims to facilitate innovation among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Cheshire and Warrington. This open procurement process is currently in the Award stage, having concluded the tender period on 5 August 2016. The contract, which started on 29 September 2016 and ends on 28 February 2019, has a value of £80,000 GBP, and is classified under coaching services, targeting the educational and training services sector. The framework will involve appointing multiple suppliers to provide tailored innovation support sessions at various locations, including the Crewe Campus of the university.

Opportunities arising from this framework are particularly well-suited for SMEs with a focus on innovation-oriented services, such as coaching and consultancy. Businesses with experience in delivering structured programmes of expert advice, workshops, and peer-to-peer support will find it advantageous to compete. The Smart Cheshire Programme also indicates a significant potential for growth, as it aims to support approximately 150 businesses that have been operational for over 12 months, thus making it an excellent avenue for those wishing to expand their market presence in the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Small Business Innovation Support Framework Agreement - AWARD

Notice Description

The Centre for Enterprise has been awarded funding for a substantial European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) project to support innovation within small and medium sized businesses in Cheshire and Warrington.). From this tender process, we intend to create a framework of suppliers to deliver the required outputs of the contract. We anticipate appointing eight individual suppliers onto the framework, whose services will be called upon where required. Being successfully appointed onto the framework does not guarantee a pre-determined volume of engagements throughout the contract duration. All sessions will be centred on the topic of Business Innovation; however, the content and delivery of sessions will be developed and tailored to meet the requirements of a particular cohort. Once the cohorts has been placed onto the programme, suppliers will be reviewed, and based on their specialisms, the most suitably matched supplier will be appointed to deliver the session. Should you be successful and be awarded a place on the framework, you may be asked to provide sessions at various locations throughout Cheshire and Warrington, and the Crewe Campus of Manchester Metropolitan University (Cheshire). Smart Cheshire The Smart Cheshire Programme will specifically target SME businesses in Cheshire and Warrington, with the overarching aim of supporting c150 companies exhibiting potential to innovate. These companies will comprise existing small businesses with a minimum of four employees who have traded for a minimum of 12 months. Businesses / individuals will undergo a 4-month structured programme of expert advice, workshops, peer-to-peer support and individual coaching sessions. Success will be measured through a range of indicators including job creation, and development of novel products and processes both within the company and onto the market. Key Programme Elements: o The Innovation Programme is focused on those companies with potential / desire to innovate o The programme is focused on development of business innovation, rather than a focus on individual leadership skills. o This is a cohort-based programme, utilising the group's experiences and business acumen to create trusted peer-to-peer networks o It is underpinned by academic research and practical expertise in facilitating and teaching innovation within small firms

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-cdbbbb61-9ad0-47f4-be9a-a1badea7364b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b46e51ca-13cc-455e-a9cc-ba6750cb74f8
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

79998000 - Coaching services

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£3,010 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Nov 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Aug 2016Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Sep 20169 years ago
Contract Period
29 Sep 2016 - 28 Feb 2019 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Manchester Metropolitan University
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GREATER MANCHESTER
Postcode
M15 6BH
Postcode Area
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Hulme
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Rusholme

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
8
Supplier Names

C-Tech Innovation Ltd

Morgan James Consulting Ltd

Paul Hesp Management Consultancy (PHMC)

Potential Unearthed Ltd

RubyStar Associates Ltd

Sheena Carroll HR Solutions Limited

WhyNotChange Ltd

Wild Business Consultancy Limited

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