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Worcestershire Business Central's Peer to Peer Network - AWARD

WORCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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17 Jan 2022 at 13:25

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Summary of the contracting process

The Worcestershire County Council is facilitating a public procurement process for the "Worcestershire Business Central's Peer to Peer Network" initiative, which falls under the IT services and consulting industry category. This contract has reached the award stage, with a total value of £56,500. The procurement method employed is a selective or restricted procedure, with the contract period stipulated from 21 June 2021 to 31 March 2022. Interested parties had the opportunity to submit their applications by 4 June 2021, with the award announced on 11 August 2021 and published on 17 January 2022.

This tender presents significant opportunities for professional service and membership organisations looking to expand their presence in Worcestershire. Businesses that excel in delivering consultancy services, particularly those experienced in facilitating peer-to-peer networks and enhancing business practices, would be well-positioned to compete for these cohorts. The focused nature of this initiative means that local service providers can effectively engage and support small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the region, fostering collaboration and collective growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Worcestershire Business Central's Peer to Peer Network - AWARD

Notice Description

Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership (WLEP) is one of 38 LEPs in England and is responsible for creating and delivering economic growth and jobs in the county. This is achieved through an effective partnership approach with business, local government, the third sector and higher and further education working together with a common, shared purpose. The network of 38 Growth Hubs are local public/private sector partnerships led by the Local Enterprise Partnerships (LEPs). They join up national and local business support so it is easy for businesses to find the help they need. Government have identified the Growth Hub network as a primary delivery route for meaningful business engagement, as well as delivery partner for key engagement projects As part of the Governments Productivity Review published in November 2019 there was a commitment to strengthen the availability of local peer to peer networks to support improved business practice and Growth. Peer to Peer networks are small groups where business leaders (peers) come together with the support of a trained facilitator in a confidential environment to discuss individual challenges and identify workable solutions using an action learning style. Action learning is a process in which real-life problems are worked through with a group that promotes enquiry and reflection, and which results in tangible actions or solutions. We are inviting Professional service and membership organisations to indicate their ability to work in partnership with Worcestershire Business Central to deliver this initiative. In total Worcestershire Business Central is looking to procure assistance to run up to 8 Cohorts covering: o General/non-sector specific - 8 cohorts This invitation to quotation is to identify 2 providers to deliver 4 Peer to Peer cohorts each for businesses across Worcestershire- these businesses may be from a range of sectors who meet the eligibility criteria. If you wish to view the documents for this opportunity please click 'Express Interest'. Following this, if you wish to apply for this opportunity please click 'Opt in' which will then enable you to view and complete the Standard Questionnaire and upload the relevant documents. After uploading all required documents and completing the questionnaire(s) please remember to press the 'Submit your Return' button at the bottom of the page. Suppliers will receive a system generated email to confirm successful submission of their return. Any questions or clarification should be conducted via 'Correspondence' through this portal.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9be93fac-9c77-4d14-a534-2c575e81bf68
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

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

CPV Codes

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

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£56,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jan 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Jun 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Aug 20214 years ago
Contract Period
20 Jun 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 6-12 months
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
WORCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WORCESTERSHIRE
Postcode
WR5 2NP
Post Town
Worcester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG12 Worcestershire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Worcester
Electoral Ward
Nunnery
Westminster Constituency
Worcester

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

H W CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

HR CHAMPIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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