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Accelerator Programme

PERTH & KINROSS COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The Perth & Kinross Council has completed the procurement process for the "Accelerator Programme," a service contract aimed at providing entrepreneurial training and business support in the Perth and Kinross areas. The Council sought Contractors to submit proposals for this programme, which will be time-bound and cohort-based, offering both fully-funded entry and potential economic impact. The tender was awarded to the "Elevator" organisation, with an active contract value of £78,000 signed on 10th October 2022.

This opportunity presents a chance for businesses specialising in services related to entrepreneurship, innovation, and business acceleration to thrive. Companies with experience in delivering similar programmes, understanding of acceleration and entrepreneurship principles, and strong monitoring frameworks would be well-suited to compete. The Perth & Kinross Council's commitment to community benefits further enhances the appeal for businesses looking to participate in projects that contribute positively to the economic, social, and environmental wellbeing of the local authority area.

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Notice Title

Accelerator Programme

Notice Description

Perth and Kinross Council were seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced Contractor to submit proposals for the delivery of an Accelerator Programme for 2022/23.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Programme will provide entrepreneurial training, mentoring, upskilling and business support to entrepreneurs and microenterprises based in Perth & Kinross. The Programme will be time-bound and cohort-based, with entry being fully funded and based on need, along with potential economic impact. Bids should be structured in such a way as to clearly present the supplier's understanding of acceleration, innovation and entrepreneurship. All bids should show the relevant experience the proposed individual(s) who will deliver the Programme have in these areas. Crucially a clear plan of proposed activity should be included, including a monitoring framework

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000702786
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT461484
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£78,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£78,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£78,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Oct 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Aug 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Oct 20223 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PERTH & KINROSS COUNCIL
Contact Name
Liz Colledge, Sarah Lang
Contact Email
lcolledge@pkc.gov.uk, sarahlang@pkc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1738475000

Buyer Location

Locality
PERTH
Postcode
PH1 5PH
Post Town
Perth
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM02 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling
Delivery Location
TLM77 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling

Local Authority
Perth and Kinross
Electoral Ward
Perth City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Perth and Kinross-shire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ELEVATOR

Further Information

Notice Documents

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