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Membership to the National Federation of Self Employed and Small Businesses Ltd

DACORUM BOROUGH COUNCIL

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08 May 2025 at 11:30

Summary of the contracting process

Dacorum Borough Council has concluded a procurement process for the provision of a two-year subsidised membership to the National Federation of Self Employed and Small Businesses Ltd. The contract aims to support eligible businesses in the Dacorum area, located in UKH23 - Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom. The procurement falls under the services category, specifically subscription services, with the main benefits including business advice, access to finance, and additional support services. The contract was awarded on 26th March 2025, and it commenced on 1st April 2025, running through to 31st March 2027. This process was carried out using a below-threshold procurement method, focusing on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The total contract value is GBP 36,000, with the active award status confirmed in line with legal provisions UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender creates significant growth opportunities by offering businesses in Dacorum access to essential services, such as expert advice and resources to enhance competitiveness and sustainability. Businesses particularly well-suited to compete for this tender include SMEs involved in various support services, such as business consultancy and legal advisories, that align with the objectives of enhancing business capabilities in the region. By joining the Federation, these companies can leverage networking opportunities and additional business development support, making it a strategic investment for both existing and aspiring businesses looking to expand their operations.

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Notice Title

Membership to the National Federation of Self Employed and Small Businesses Ltd

Notice Description

Provision of a 2 year subsidised membership to the Federation of small businesses of eligible businesses in Dacorum. The benefits include general expert business advice and support, access to finance and legal support, cyber security, HR advice and increased sales/winning new contracts and support to grow the business.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050ea7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019684-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79980000 - Subscription services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£30,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DACORUM BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@dacorum.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
HEMEL HEMPSTEAD
Postcode
HP1 1DN
Post Town
Hemel Hempstead
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH27 South West Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Dacorum
Electoral Ward
Hemel Hempstead Town
Westminster Constituency
Hemel Hempstead

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NATIONAL FEDERATION OF SELF EMPLOYED & SMALL BUSINESSES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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