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Scaling Up - Business Support - AWARD

LONDON BOROUGH OF CROYDON

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01 Aug 2024 at 15:37

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Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Croydon has completed the procurement process titled "Scaling Up - Business Support - AWARD" under an open procedure within the industry category of Business and Management Consultancy and related services (CPV 79400000). This contract was awarded on 1st August 2024, with the support services commencing from the same date up until 7th March 2025. The aim of the contract is to engage a supplier to provide hybrid business support, combining face-to-face and online formats, to SMEs within the Croydon region. A key component of the programme includes a launch event and bootcamp to attract and support local businesses, alongside 1-2-1 advisory support facilitated by a network of business advisers. This procurement is particularly suitable for SMEs and VCSEs.

This tender offers extensive growth opportunities for businesses, especially those within the consultancy services sector. The winning supplier is expected to play a significant role in helping small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) develop and scale their operations, which can translate to potential long-term partnership opportunities. Businesses that specialise in consultancy, business support, and organisational services would be well-suited to compete in such tenders, especially those proficient in conducting hybrid support programmes combining both digital and in-person engagements. These initiatives not only promise direct revenue streams but also enable businesses to establish a foothold in the local market, fostering community ties and expanding their service portfolio.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Scaling Up - Business Support - AWARD

Notice Description

The Council is seeking to engage a supplier to deliver Business Support on behalf of the London Borough of Croydon. The support should be a hybrid of face to face and online support. The provider should incorporate a launch event to market the programme and attract local businesses. The council would like to see a bootcamp format used to support SME's with the potential to grow. The provider should also support businesses in accessing 1-2-1 support with a network of business advisers.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-eb9d2a53-951f-4ca2-b867-52d96db4c623
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2af6df2d-162e-4002-b881-a2eaaa8e20a5
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

76 - Services related to the oil and gas industry

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

CPV Codes

76460000 - Well-support services

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

79410000 - Business and management consultancy services

79996000 - Business organisation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Apr 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Jul 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2024 - 7 Mar 2025 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
LONDON BOROUGH OF CROYDON
Contact Name
Margaret Archibong
Contact Email
margaret.archibong@croydon.gov.uk
Contact Phone
0208 726 6000

Buyer Location

Locality
CROYDON
Postcode
CR0 1EA
Post Town
Croydon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI6 Outer London - South
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI62 Croydon
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Croydon
Electoral Ward
Fairfield
Westminster Constituency
Croydon West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HUSTLE+HEELS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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