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East Staffordshire Promoting Innovation Pathways Programme

EAST STAFFORDSHIRE BOROUGH COUNCIL

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05 Nov 2025 at 14:05

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by East Staffordshire Borough Council, titled "East Staffordshire Promoting Innovation Pathways Programme," has reached the award stage. The programme aims to foster innovation among SMEs in East Staffordshire by offering expert support and guidance. Identified as a service under the CPV classification "98111000," the programme is set for completion with a start date of 25th September 2025 and an expected end date of 31st March 2026. The procurement method used was limited competition, denoting a below-threshold procurement process. The contract has been awarded to the Staffordshire Chamber of Commerce, highlighting collaboration between local governmental bodies and large-scale suppliers.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses engaged in innovation-focused services, particularly those equipped to provide strategic guidance in adopting and embedding new technologies or processes. SMEs looking to expand their operational capabilities through innovation, such as developing new products or services, would benefit significantly from participation in such programmes. Businesses with expertise in facilitating change within SMEs and those with successful track records in implementing innovation pathways are well-suited to compete in similar future procurement opportunities. By aligning with government-supported initiatives like this, businesses can strengthen their market presence and drive sustainable growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

East Staffordshire Promoting Innovation Pathways Programme

Notice Description

The East Staffordshire Promoting Innovation Pathways Programme is designed to support SMEs in East Staffordshire to adopt and embed innovation in their operations. Whether businesses are looking to develop new products, introduce new services, or improve internal processes, this programme provides the right blend of expert support and practical guidance to help turn ideas into action. To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=992190081

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05db08
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071288-2025
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

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

98111000 - Services furnished by business organisations

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£43,500 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
24 Sep 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
EAST STAFFORDSHIRE BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Kaitlan Rice
Contact Email
kaitlan.rice@eaststaffsbc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01283508141

Buyer Location

Locality
BURTON UPON TRENT
Postcode
DE14 2EB
Post Town
Derby
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG24 Staffordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
East Staffordshire
Electoral Ward
Shobnall
Westminster Constituency
Burton and Uttoxeter

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

STAFFORDSHIRE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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