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title: "CBC-0809-FQ-LP Economic Development and Governance Consultancy Capacity Framework"
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# CBC-0809-FQ-LP Economic Development and Governance Consultancy Capacity Framework

Buyer: CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0209336d-abb6-45d6-9c8b-8a60b60dd7b6

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## Summary

The Central Bedfordshire Council is seeking consultants for the "CBC-0809-FQ-LP Economic Development and Governance Consultancy Capacity Framework," aimed at providing support for the Oxford to Cambridge Growth Corridor project. This procurement falls under the consultancy services industry and is currently in the Tender stage, with submissions accepted until mid-day on 6th December 2017. The contract is set to commence on 13th December 2017 and will run for one year, ending on 12th December 2018. The procurement method is an open procedure below threshold.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for consultancies with a strong background in economic development, economic intelligence, or strategy and governance. Businesses specialising in infrastructure consultancy services, looking to expand their portfolio, would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging with Central Bedfordshire Council could also pave the way for future projects within local government initiatives, making this an appealing venture for growth-focused businesses.

## Notice

Central Bedfordshire Council Regeneration and Business transformation team are looking to establish a short term Framework of consultancies, with a proven track record in Economic Development, Economic intelligence and or Strategy and Governance, to provide additional ongoing capacity to primarily support the establishment of the Oxford to Cambridge Growth Corridor in response to the National infrastructure Commission (NIC) consultation. Attached documents detailing the NIC are provided along with the tender document. Receivership of tender submissions is for the deadline of 12 mid day Wednesday 6th December 2017 but please note that all Questions relating to the tender are submitted before mid day Tuesday 5th December 2017 to allow an appropriate time for the responses/clarifications to be made to all consultants invited on this tender project. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf13ebc9-3d8b-4467-87d9-f73b52f12ab2 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Nov 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Dec 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 13 Dec 2017 - 12 Dec 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | BEDFORDSHIRE |
| Post town | Stevenage |
| Postcode | SG17 5TQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH25 Central Bedfordshire |
| Local authority | Central Bedfordshire |
| Electoral ward | Shefford |
| Westminster constituency | Hitchin |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71311300 - Infrastructure works consultancy services

## Release History

- 23 Nov 2017 at 08:41 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf13ebc9-3d8b-4467-87d9-f73b52f12ab2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf13ebc9-3d8b-4467-87d9-f73b52f12ab2
  23rd November 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/centralbedfordshire/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- http://centralbedfordshire.gov.uk

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