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Boosting Women in Business

EAST STAFFORDSHIRE BOROUGH COUNCIL

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05 Nov 2025 at 16:05

Summary of the contracting process

East Staffordshire Borough Council has concluded a procurement process titled "Boosting Women in Business", which aims to support women in exploring self-employment and entrepreneurship. This programme fosters an inclusive environment for skill-building and confidence enhancement, targeted towards women aspiring to start their businesses. The tender, classified under the 'services' category and based in the United Kingdom, followed a 'limited' procurement method, indicating a below-threshold and limited competition segment. The procurement stage has reached completion, with the contract award dated 24th September 2025, running from 25th September 2025 to 31st March 2026. The buyer, East Staffordshire Borough Council, and the supplier, Staffordshire Chamber of Commerce, have been integral in the contractual proceedings.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for organisations involved in providing business support services, particularly those equipped to empower women entrepreneurs. Companies with experience in mentorship, training, and development programmes will find a strong fit with the objectives of this initiative. As Staffordshire Chamber of Commerce secured the contract, businesses aiming to collaborate or offer complementary services may find fertile ground for growth and partnership. The supportive environment offered by the programme aligns well with large firms dedicated to social value and diversity in the entrepreneurial landscape.

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Notice Title

Boosting Women in Business

Notice Description

Boosting Women in Business is a dedicated support programme designed to inspire and empower women to explore self-employment and entrepreneurship. The project offers a safe, inclusive and encouraging environment where women can gain confidence, build skills, and take the first steps toward launching their own business. To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=992278587

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05db3a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071365-2025
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
£32,500 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

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

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