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Invitation to Tender for Provision of Manufacturing Information Services

THE BUSINESS GROWTH HUB LIMITED

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

18 Apr 2019 at 10:51

Award Notice
Tender

21 Feb 2019 at 12:06

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves "THE BUSINESS GROWTH HUB LIMITED", located in Manchester, seeking to appoint a service provider through an open tender for the "Provision of Manufacturing Information Services". The tender was published on 21 February 2019, and submissions were due by 13 March 2019. The contract, which has a value of £50,000, is expected to deliver news stories and blogs targeted at the SME sector from April 2019 until December 2021. This contract falls under the category of miscellaneous business-related services and caters specifically to the North West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in content creation and technical writing, particularly those experienced in the manufacturing and engineering sectors. Companies capable of delivering tailored news and blog content aimed at SMEs will find this contract aligns well with their service offerings. Ideal applicants may include freelance writers, small to medium-sized marketing agencies, and firms with expertise in manufacturing communications, enabling them to expand their portfolio and engage with the Business Growth Hub's audience effectively.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Invitation to Tender for Provision of Manufacturing Information Services

Notice Description

GC Business Growth Hub wishes to appoint a service provider to enter into a Contract for the delivery of Manufacturing Information services. The Manufacturing Network and Information Services require the services of a technical writer to research and write news and blog pieces to the following specification: - * Research and production of nine manufacturing and/or engineering news stories per calendar month, to be published on the Business Growth Hub's manufacturing news section, approximately 2 pieces per week. Provider to review sector/local press and select news stories to be produced, with a focus on the target audience's needs. The pieces are to be targeted at an SME audience, with an approximate word count of 250-500. * Production of one blog piece per month on manufacturing techniques or notable issues or trends. Pieces will be written from the point of view of a Business Growth Hub manufacturing team member, explaining a manufacturing concept and will use real examples of how businesses have improved productivity by implementing this. The blogs will signpost existing resources on the manufacturing website, and guidance on this will be provided. The provider will be expected to research the piece, and liaise with manufacturing team members include appropriate case studies. The pieces are to be targeted at an SME audience, with an approximate word count of 500-750. * Additional work may be commissioned on an adhoc basis by prior agreement. The rate and time for additional work will be agreed prior to commission. Please confirm what the hourly / day rate for additional work within the quote. It is expected that there will be one set of amends per piece (news stories and blogs). The expectation is that this work would take place on at least a fortnightly basis, to ensure content is responsive and newsworthy. We do not expect this to exceed three billable days per month (unless prior agreement is sought). https://in-tendhost.co.uk/manchestergrowthcompany/aspx/ProjectManage/57

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-dbbf70ff-3f66-47e7-898e-35e107d47ae6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b3f9a898-cb38-4c54-8dbf-7053e13556dc
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79990000 - Miscellaneous business-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Apr 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Mar 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Apr 20196 years ago
Contract Period
13 Apr 2019 - 31 Dec 2021 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
THE BUSINESS GROWTH HUB LIMITED
Contact Name
Nick Batty
Contact Email
nick.batty@growthco.uk
Contact Phone
0161 237 4044

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 5JW
Post Town
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
Deansgate
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LAURENCE ADAMS FREELANCE

Further Information

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