Tender

SUPPLY CHAIN SUPPORT

CUMBRIA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

TenderAmendment

06 Mar 2019 at 14:19

TenderAmendment

05 Mar 2019 at 11:25

TenderAmendment

27 Feb 2019 at 11:13

Tender

27 Feb 2019 at 10:56

Summary of the contracting process

The Cumbria Chamber of Commerce is procuring supply chain support to enhance the growth, competitiveness, and profitability of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Cumbria. The tender, titled "SUPPLY CHAIN SUPPORT," is currently in the Tender stage, with an open procedure set for the procurement method. Interested providers must submit their proposals by 9 am on 25th March 2019, with the contract period commencing on 1st April 2019 and concluding on 31st January 2020. This opportunity falls within the Business Services sector, specifically focusing on consultancy services related to supply chain development and procurement.

This tender presents excellent prospects for businesses that specialise in supply chain consultancy, training, and development services. Companies capable of delivering workshops, one-to-one advisory services, and online training aimed at enhancing SMEs’ supply chains are particularly well-positioned to compete. With a minimum contract value of £25,000 and a maximum of £100,000, this opportunity is open to both individuals and organisations, making it accessible for a range of service providers, especially those proficient in helping SMEs navigate complex supply chains and improve their market presence.

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Notice Title

SUPPLY CHAIN SUPPORT

Notice Description

We have a need to procure a pool of providers to deliver supply chain support to Cumbrian SMEs as part of intensive business support programmes aimed at enhancing their growth, competitiveness and profitability. We are looking for providers able to offer a combination of supply chain specific workshops/seminars, 1-2-1 advice and support development and delivery of online activities. Proposals are welcome from individuals and from organisations. Specific requirements We are looking for providers able to offer a combination of supply chain specific workshops/seminars and 1-2-1 advice and support development and delivery of online activities to support businesses to develop and enhance their supply chains and/or gain entry to/more business in supply chains locally, nationally and internationally. This includes work in relation to large businesses to increase the representation of Cumbrian SMEs within their supply chains. Topics could include, for example (this list is not exhaustive): * Supply chain development * Procurement * Bidding, including related presentations * Gaining accreditations and certifications (SALSA, ISO, etc.) * Quality assurance * Demonstrating buyer requirements such as Corporate Social Responsibility, Environmental Sustainability and Social Value * Implementing effective business processes Additional information: Submissions should be sent by email to Eva Foran eva@cumbriachamber.co.uk marked 'Confidential - Tender Enclosed' to reach us by no later than 9am on Monday 25th March 2019. For proof of delivery please ensure you obtain and retain both a delivery and read receipt for your email. All queries in relation to this invitation to tender should be addressed by email to eva@cumbriachamber.co.uk. Clarifications Any clarifications should be submitted by email to eva@cumbriachamber.co.uk. Clarification questions (updated 4th March 2019) Q: I've come across this bid and as an organisation we are interested in responded. I just have a query on the bid which is around this point: "Your submission should cover as a minimum a clear statement of who will be delivering the work and for each of these:" We are a Procurement & Bid Management Consultancy so have a core delivery team but also a pool of Associates we use as/when to bring in specific expertise i.e. a Waste Management Bidding/Procurement Specialist or other specific industries. Would this type of bid/approach be considered? A: You are more than welcome to bid for the work and you will need to include the CV's of the people you intend to draw your expertise from and this will form part of the scoring process. If you are successful in securing the contract, you can only draw from the pool of advisers you have put forward and approved by ourselves. Q: We are interested in the advice and support elements which suit our expertise. Are we still able to complete excluding the workshops/seminars? A: You are more than welcome to bid for elements of the work within the package that are most suited to your expertise. We will review the bid accordingly. Please note that if you have a team of people expected to deliver the support, you must provide information about each person as we will not be able to accept the services from anyone not approved in the original bid.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0dbe8574-6d2f-419a-9a9a-33875e1f04c1
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

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

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Mar 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Mar 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2019 - 31 Jan 2020 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
CUMBRIA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Contact Name
Eva Foran
Contact Email
eva@cumbriachamber.co.uk
Contact Phone
0845 226 0040

Buyer Location

Locality
CARLISLE
Postcode
CA3 8DA
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD13 Cumberland
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Carlisle

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