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Framework Agreement for Specialist Consultants for the ERDF Funded Business Growth Programme

Knowsley Council

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31 May 2019 at 11:57

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09 Apr 2019 at 14:40

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Summary of the contracting process

Knowsley Council is seeking to establish a Framework Agreement for Specialist Consultants to support the ERDF Funded Business Growth Programme. This initiative aims to assist approximately 160 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Knowsley across eleven specialist areas, including marketing, accounting, IT projects, and HR consultancy. The framework is set for a duration of three years, starting from 1st June 2019, and may be extended by up to 12 months. The procurement is being conducted as an open procedure via 'The Chest', with the deadline for submissions having been on 3rd May 2019.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses operating in consultancy services, particularly those specialising in the aforementioned areas. SMEs with expertise in fields such as marketing, sales, bid writing, and IT consultancy are encouraged to compete, as the procurement will engage various consultants for different lots. While there is no guaranteed work, successful consultants may leverage this contract to expand their client base and enhance their service offerings within the Knowsley area.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework Agreement for Specialist Consultants for the ERDF Funded Business Growth Programme

Notice Description

KMBC is looking to set up a Framework agreement for consultants to assist in the ERDF funded Business Growth Programme. It is anticipated that the programme will benefit around 160 of the SME businesses based in Knowsley. The Framework for consultancy support for the programme is in 11 specialist areas. Consultants can bid for work in one or more specialist areas (lots on this Framework). The lots will be broken down in the following areas of support; * Lot 1 - Marketing and Sales Consultancy * Lot 2 - Tendering and Bid Writing Consultancy * Lot 3 - E-Commerce/Website Consultancy * Lot 4 - Accounting Consultancy * Lot 5 - Quality Assurance Systems Consultancy * Lot 6 - IT Projects Consultancy * Lot 7 - Management Consultancy * Lot 8 - HR Consultancy * Lot 9 - Health and Safety Consultancy * Lot 10 - Digital & Social Media Marketing Support * Lot 11 - Mobile/Digital Applications Consultancy It is expected that around 160 businesses in Knowsley may require some specialist support but the actual demand for each specialist area of the programme is not yet known. Therefore, due to the undeterminable level and nature of specialist support called for there can be no guarantee of any work under this framework, even for successfully appointed consultants. Please note that this opportunity is subject to ERDF funding approval The framework agreement will be for up to 3 years. KMBC may extend the Contract following the Contract Period for further periods of time up to a maximum of 12 months in aggregate. KMBC shall give not less than 28 days written notice of an extension prior to the last day of the Contract period and for further extensions not less than 28 days written notice prior to the last day of the extended Contract The procurement will be conducted via 'The Chest', operated by ProActis, which is the North West portal for tender/business opportunities. All RFQ documentation and correspondence will be issued electronically via this portal. Any interested Bidders must ensure their organisation is registered on "The Chest" in order to access the RFQ documentation. Please use the link below to register for free and you will be able to download the tender documentation when it becomes available and receive alerts for future opportunities within your supplier interest categories; www.the-chest.org.uk If you have any difficulties in registering on "The Chest" then please contact the Due North support team on 0330 005 0352 (08:30 - 17:30) or via ProcontractSuppliers@proactis.com

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e9974d79-42bb-49aa-8083-df95199ab20e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0397599d-4454-4abd-b99a-98c2cf522f8f
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£90,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£90,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 May 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 May 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 May 20197 years ago
Contract Period
1 Jun 2019 - 31 May 2022 3-4 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
Knowsley Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HUYTON
Postcode
L36 9YU
Postcode Area
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD71 East Merseyside
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Knowsley
Electoral Ward
Roby
Westminster Constituency
Knowsley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
13
Supplier Names

9 North West Limited t/a Business Doctors

Adding Value Consultancy Ltd

Clearer Thoughts

Connect203

Ident Creative Limited

Innovas Consulting Solutions Ltd

MAWQUALITY

Matchbox Associates Limited

Morecrofts Solicitors

PrivilegeHR

Quality Systems and Business Consultants Ltd

Templeman Consultancy

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Further Information

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