Tender

Consultancy Services - to analyse the digital presence and capacity of SME retailers in market towns

NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

29 Jul 2021 at 08:57

Summary of the contracting process

Norfolk County Council is seeking consultancy services to assess the digital presence and skills of small and medium-sized retailers in market towns across Norfolk. The tender, titled "Consultancy Services - to analyse the digital presence and capacity of SME retailers in market towns," focuses on enhancing local businesses’ engagement with digital platforms. The open procurement process will close on 27th August 2021, with a contract value of £155,000, and the contract period is scheduled to commence on 1st October 2021 and conclude by 31st March 2022. Interested parties should refer to the published service specification for detailed requirements.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for consultants specialising in digital marketing, business management, and economic research, particularly those focused on supporting small businesses. Firms that can demonstrate expertise in enhancing digital capabilities and advising on market strategies will be particularly well-suited to compete. With Norfolk County Council’s commitment to improve the digital landscape for local retailers, this procurement aims to foster a more robust economic environment for small enterprises in the region.

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Notice Title

Consultancy Services - to analyse the digital presence and capacity of SME retailers in market towns

Notice Description

Norfolk County Council wishes to procure consultancy services to assess the digital skills, selling web presence and social media competency of small and medium sized retailers in Norfolk's market towns. We would also like to assess the support and capacity for Local Investment Boards and Virtual Marketplaces in our market towns. Please note: Award of a contract is dependent on Norfolk County Council being awarded funding. We are asking that you apply for this contract at your own risk. Full details of the requirement can be found in the Service Specification, which forms a Schedule to the Terms and Conditions.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/718413f8-4e81-4c28-9b02-108cdd100196
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

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


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79300000 - Market and economic research; polling and statistics

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£155,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Aug 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Oct 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Annie Southgate
Contact Email
annie.southgate@norfolk.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01603 708214

Buyer Location

Locality
NORFOLK
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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