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UKSPF Innovation Advisory Service

CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER COUNCIL

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23 Apr 2025 at 07:40

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Cheshire West and Chester Council focuses on the delivery of an Innovation Advisory Service under the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF). The council, identified as a sub-central public authority, aims to support local businesses through advisory services structured within this tender. Specifically, the successful procurement resulted in the awarding of a contract to Manchester Metropolitan University Business School to act as the service provider. This award pertains to the delivery and management of a programme of activities across the Cheshire West and Chester borough, commencing on 23 April 2025 and concluding on 31 March 2026, with potential for a one-year extension dependent on further governmental funding. Classified under Research and Development Consultancy Services, the contract, valued at £60,000, was procured using a limited methodology below the threshold, indicating limited competition.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for business growth, particularly for enterprises involved in consultancy services, business advising, or regional development. The focus on innovation and advisory services can stimulate collaboration, enabling businesses to broaden their outreach and enhance their expertise in supporting local economies. Companies familiar with handling public sector contracts and capable of delivering effective business consultancy would be well-suited to participate in similar opportunities. Additionally, the potential for an extension means that businesses adept at securing additional funding and managing long-term projects may find such tenders advantageous for sustained growth and development.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKSPF Innovation Advisory Service

Notice Description

Delivery Partner- services -value PS60,000 This procurement relates to the delivery of UKSPF (UK Shared Prosperity Fund) priority Supporting Local Businesses sub-theme Advice and support to businesses. This procurement relates to the sourcing of a delivery partner to set up and manage (although not exclusively) a programme of activities across the borough of Cheshire West and Chester.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0505f9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016373-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£60,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
22 Apr 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
centralprocurement@cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
ELLESMERE PORT
Postcode
CH65 0BA
Post Town
Chester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Cheshire West and Chester
Electoral Ward
Central & Grange
Westminster Constituency
Ellesmere Port and Bromborough

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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