This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

02 May 2019 at 01:00

Tender

22 Jan 2019 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Argyll and Bute Council, which is soliciting bids for the "Business Gateway Argyll and Bute - One to Many and One to One Specialist Support Framework Agreement" for the period of 2019 to 2022. This contract falls under the services category, specifically within the general public services sector. It is located in Argyll and Bute and has moved through the active tender stage, with bid submissions ending on 25 February 2019. The procurement is conducted via an open procedure, ensuring broad participation.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses, particularly small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in marketing, public relations, digital services, human resources, finance, and procurement consultancy. Companies capable of delivering workshops, seminars, and intensive specialist advice will find this framework especially beneficial. The various lots associated with the contract allow suppliers to showcase their expertise in diverse areas, enhancing their growth potential and securing long-term partnerships with the council.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Business Gateway Argyll and Bute - One to Many and One to One Specialist Support Framework Agreement

Notice Description

Business Gateway Argyll and Bute - One to Many and One to One Specialist Support Framework Agreement 2019 - 2022

Lot Information

Lot 1.1 - Marketing - Workshop

Lot 1.1 - Marketing - Workshop

Renewal: Potential to extend by one year in 2022.

Lot 1.2 - Marketing - Seminar & Webinar

Lot 1.2 - Marketing - Seminar & Webinar

Renewal: Potential to extend by one year in 2022.

Lot 1.3 - Marketing - Intensive Specialist Advice

Lot 1.3 - Marketing - Intensive Specialist Advice

Renewal: Potential to extend by one year in 2022.

Lot 1.4 - Marketing - Q&A Specialist Advice by Video/Phone/Email

Lot 1.4 - Marketing - Q&A Specialist Advice by Video/Phone/Email

Renewal: Potential to extend by one year in 2022.

Lot 2.1 - PR - Workshop

Lot 2.1 - PR - Workshop

Renewal: Potential to extend by one year in 2022.

Lot 2.2 - PR - Seminar & Webinar

Lot 2.2 - PR - Seminar & Webinar

Renewal: Potential to extend by one year in 2022.

Lot 2.3 - PR - Intensive Specialist Advice

Lot 2.3 - PR - Intensive Specialist Advice

Renewal: Potential to extend by one year in 2022.

Lot 2.4 - PR - Q&A Specialist Advice by Video/Phone/Email

Lot 2.4 - PR - Q&A Specialist Advice by Video/Phone/Email

Renewal: Potential to extend by one year in 2022.

Lot 3.1 - Digital - Core Business Gateway Activity - Workshop

Lot 3.1 - Digital - Core Business Gateway Activity - Workshop

Renewal: Potential to extend by one year in 2022.

Lot 3.2 - Digital - Core Business Gateway Activity - Seminar & Webinar

Lot 3.2 - Digital - Core Business Gateway Activity - Seminar & Webinar

Renewal: Potential to extend by one year in 2022.

Lot 3.3 - Digital - Core Business Gateway Activity - Intensive Specialist Advice

Lot 3.3 - Digital - Core Business Gateway Activity - Intensive Specialist Advice

Renewal: Potential to extend by one year in 2022.

Lot 3.4 - Digital - Core Business Gateway Activity - Q&A Specialist Advice by Video/Phone/Email

Lot 3.4 - Digital - Core Business Gateway Activity - Q&A Specialist Advice by Video/Phone/Email

Renewal: Potential to extend by one year in 2022.

Lot 4.1 - Digital - DigitalBoost Activity - Workshop

Lot 4.1 - Digital - DigitalBoost Activity - Workshop

Renewal: Potential to extend by one year in 2022.

Lot 4.2 - Digital - DigitalBoost Activity - Seminar & Webinar

Lot 4.2 - Digital - DigitalBoost Activity - Seminar & Webinar

Renewal: Potential to extend by one year in 2022.

Lot 4.3 - Digital - DigitalBoost Activity - Intensive Specialist Advice

Lot 4.3 - Digital - DigitalBoost Activity - Intensive Specialist Advice

Renewal: Potential to extend by one year in 2022.

Lot 4.4 - Digital - DigitalBoost Activity - Q&A Specialist Advice by Video/Phone/Email

Lot 4.4 - Digital - DigitalBoost Activity - Q&A Specialist Advice by Video/Phone/Email

Renewal: Potential to extend by one year in 2022.

Lot 5.1 - Human Resources - Workshop

Lot 5.1 - Human Resources - Workshop

Renewal: Potential to extend by one year in 2022.

Lot 5.2 - Human Resources - Seminar & Webinar

Lot 5.2 - Human Resources - Seminar & Webinar

Renewal: Potential to extend by one year in 2022.

Lot 5.3 - Human Resources - Intensive Specialist Advice

Lot 5.3 - Human Resources - Intensive Specialist Advice

Renewal: Potential to extend by one year in 2022.

Lot 5.4 - Human Resources - Q&A Specialist Advice by Video/Phone/Email

Lot 5.4 - Human Resources - Q&A Specialist Advice by Video/Phone/Email

Renewal: Potential to extend by one year in 2022.

Lot 6.1 - Finance - Workshop

Lot 6.1 - Finance - Workshop

Renewal: Potential to extend by one year in 2022.

Lot 6.2 - Finance - Seminar & Webinar

Lot 6.2 - Finance - Seminar & Webinar

Renewal: Potential to extend by one year in 2022.

Lot 6.3 - Finance - Intensive Specialist Advice

Lot 6.3 - Finance - Intensive Specialist Advice. European Regional Development Fund

Renewal: Potential to extend by one year in 2022.

Lot 6.4 - Finance - Q&A Specialist Advice by Video/Phone/Email

Lot 6.4 - Finance - Q&A Specialist Advice by Video/Phone/Email

Renewal: Potential to extend by one year in 2022.

Lot 7.3 - Growth Strategy - Intensive Specialist Advice

Lot 7.3 - Growth Strategy - Intensive Specialist Advice

Options: Table 2: Lot Structure - Lots not included within this contract but we would like to identify potential suppliers. Quick quotes will be used to commission work if the need arises in future.

Renewal: Potential to extend by one year in 2022.

Lot 8.3 - Intellectual Property - Intensive Specialist Advice

Lot 8.3 - Intellectual Property - Intensive Specialist Advice

Options: Table 2: Lot Structure - Lots not included within this contract but we would like to identify potential suppliers. Quick quotes will be used to commission work if the need arises in future.

Renewal: Potential to extend by one year in 2022.

Lot 8.4 - Intellectual Property - Q&A Specialist Advice by Video/Phone/Email

Lot 8.4 - Intellectual Property - Q&A Specialist Advice by Video/Phone/Email

Options: Table 2: Lot Structure - Lots not included within this contract but we would like to identify potential suppliers. Quick quotes will be used to commission work if the need arises in future.

Renewal: Potential to extend by one year in 2022.

Lot 9.3 - Procurement - Intensive Specialist Advice

Lot 9.3 - Procurement - Intensive Specialist Advice

Options: Table 2: Lot Structure - Lots not included within this contract but we would like to identify potential suppliers. Quick quotes will be used to commission work if the need arises in future.

Renewal: Potential to extend by one year in 2022.

Lot 9.4 - Procurement - Q&A Specialist Advice by Video/Phone/Email

Lot 9.4 - Procurement - Q&A Specialist Advice by Video/Phone/Email

Options: Table 2: Lot Structure - Lots not included within this contract but we would like to identify potential suppliers. Quick quotes will be used to commission work if the need arises in future.

Renewal: Potential to extend by one year in 2022.

Lot 10.2 - Legal Issues Relating to SMEs - Seminar & Webinar

Lot 10.2 - Legal Issues Relating to SMEs - Seminar & Webinar

Options: Table 2: Lot Structure - Lots not included within this contract but we would like to identify potential suppliers. Quick quotes will be used to commission work if the need arises in future.

Renewal: Potential to extend by one year in 2022.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000570330
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY353366
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

79100000 - Legal services

79340000 - Advertising and marketing services

79342000 - Marketing services

79413000 - Marketing management consultancy services

79414000 - Human resources management consultancy services

79416000 - Public relations services

79416100 - Public relations management services

79416200 - Public relations consultancy services

79418000 - Procurement consultancy services

80500000 - Training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 May 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Feb 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Apr 20197 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
April 2022-2023.

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Active, Complete
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Argyll and Bute Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LOCHGILPHEAD
Postcode
PA31 8RT
Postcode Area
Paisley
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Argyll and Bute
Electoral Ward
Mid Argyll
Westminster Constituency
Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
8
Supplier Names

Comsteria Limited (formerly Colin Kelly Media)

Linda Hunter Consulting Services Ltd

Lornal Ltd

Maureen Johnstone Associates

NSDesign Ltd

Tinto Procurement

Tuminds Ltd

uxl ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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