Tender

Consultancy Support for Information Sharing

WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY

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Tender

18 Mar 2019 at 10:49

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) is currently engaged in a public procurement process titled "Consultancy Support for Information Sharing," aimed at enhancing information-sharing capabilities among its partners. This opportunity falls within the development consultancy services industry sector and is located in the West Midlands region of the United Kingdom. The procurement is at the tender stage, with submissions due by 3rd April 2019. The expected contract period starts on 30th April 2019 and runs for one year. This open procurement method invites various suppliers to participate, and the contract value is set at £70,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in information governance, project management, and stakeholder engagement. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would be particularly well-suited to compete, bringing innovative solutions and local insights to the table. The consultancy projects outlined, including developing a roadmap for information sharing and implementing demonstrator projects, allow for firms to showcase their capabilities in ethical data use and community engagement, thereby fostering business growth in an evolving digital landscape.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Consultancy Support for Information Sharing

Notice Description

WMCA are pleased to announce a procurement opportunity for the provision of consultancy services for Information Sharing. The overall aim of this work is to provide a roadmap and deliverables to help WMCA partners improve information sharing. The work covers engagement, planning, and technical support as summarised below: 1. Work with partners to develop a "roadmap" to guide the development of our approach to information sharing 2. Provide expert support to engage the WMCA partners on information sharing issues 3. Develop an Information Sharing Charter agreement between WMCA partners, and advising on associated required changes e.g. its use as the basis for decision making, and necessary staff development. 4. Preparatory work around a wider information management strategy for the region: 5. Develop appropriate information governance arrangements in consultation with with the IG community across the partners. 6. Support engagement with civic society groups and local citizens on the case for information sharing, acceptable uses and approaches, and ethical considerations 7. Deliver a series of 2-3 "demonstrator projects" information sharing and analysis projects. Suggested projects are safeguarding (child and/or adult) and multiple complex needs "radical prevention" (building on Coventry's MEAM pilot). 8. Advise on the technical requirements of a federated data platform for information sharing in the region The point of contact for all bidders throughout this procurement process is via WMCA's Bravo eTendering system (https://wmca.bravosolution.co.uk) using the message/correspondence feature except as otherwise advised by WMCA from time to time. Additional information: Guidance on how to Register on our e-tendering portal, Bravo Solution https://www.wmca.org.uk/media/1692/wmca_etendering_supplier_registration_guide_2016.pdf Link to the WMCA e-tendering portal, Bravo Solution https://wmca.bravosolution.co.uk In order to access further information and express an interest in this opportunity, please register on our e-tendering portal (Bravo Solution) and express an interest in the following listed Project/tenders: project_249- Consultancy Support for Information Sharing ITT: itt_621 - Consultancy Support for Information Sharing

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-eeed506e-f18e-43de-9bbf-769e11fb06cd
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3b308af2-a936-45db-8577-bcf43f61b5da
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73220000 - Development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Mar 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Apr 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Apr 2019 - 30 Apr 2020 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B19 3SD
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Newtown
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Further Information

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