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Summary of the contracting process

City of Glasgow College has awarded a contract for the provision of International Consultancy & Alumni Services in North America. This procurement process falls within the education industry category and involves growing and developing the College's North American Alumni Network. Located at 190 Cathedral Street, Glasgow, the buyer sought consultancy services to support this effort due to its limited capacity to establish a dedicated resource. The procurement was conducted using an open procedure and is now in the 'Award' stage as of 12 August 2024, with the contract being signed on the same date. MentorShop LLC, based in Redding, Connecticut, has been selected as the supplier for this contract valued at £150,000 GBP.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly SMEs specialising in consultancy and educational services. The contract's international scope offers a chance to work closely with a prominent educational institution, expanding their portfolio and gaining valuable international exposure. Ideal candidates for such opportunities are consultancy firms with expertise in alumni network development and a strong presence in North America. This engagement can enhance business credibility, foster new partnerships, and establish long-term relationships with educational institutions, thereby contributing to substantial business growth.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Provision of International Consultancy & Alumni Services in North America

Notice Description

City of Glasgow College requires its North American Alumni Network to grow and develop. The College require the services of a consultant, preferably based in-country to help identify and grow the College Alumni Network (CAN). The USA & Canada have a long-established history with Scotland and many Scottish Universities have a mature overseas network which they regularly benefit from. The College does not have the capacity to put in place a dedicated resource, therefore requires a service to be put in place to allow on the ground discussions and activity.

Lot Information

Lot 1

City of Glasgow College requires its North American Alumni Network to grow and develop. The College require the services of a consultant, preferably based in-country to help identify and grow the College Alumni Network (CAN). The USA & Canada have a long-established history with Scotland and many Scottish Universities have a mature overseas network which they regularly benefit from. The College does not have the capacity to put in place a dedicated resource, therefore requires a service to be put in place to allow on the ground discussions and activity.

Options: The College may include additional purchases relevant to the nature of the agreement.

Renewal: This agreement is subject to an optional 12 month extension period

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000767306
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG511915
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

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


CPV Codes

79411000 - General management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Aug 20242 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Jun 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Aug 20242 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
May 2028

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
City of Glasgow College
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G4 0RF
Postcode Area
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MentorShop LLC

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY505771
    Provision of International Consultancy & Alumni Services in North America - City of Glasgow College requires its North American Alumni Network to grow and develop. The College require the services of a consultant, preferably based in-country to help identify and grow the College Alumni Network (CAN). The USA & Canada have a long-established history with Scotland and many Scottish Universities have a mature overseas network which they regularly benefit from. The College does not have the capacity to put in place a dedicated resource, therefore requires a service to be put in place to allow on the ground discussions and activity.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG511915
    Provision of International Consultancy & Alumni Services in North America - City of Glasgow College requires its North American Alumni Network to grow and develop. The College require the services of a consultant, preferably based in-country to help identify and grow the College Alumni Network (CAN). The USA & Canada have a long-established history with Scotland and many Scottish Universities have a mature overseas network which they regularly benefit from. The College does not have the capacity to put in place a dedicated resource, therefore requires a service to be put in place to allow on the ground discussions and activity.

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