--- title: "VCFSE Infrastructure Services" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-2e9debfd-06d3-47ab-aebc-111ad437b15c" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2e9debfd-06d3-47ab-aebc-111ad437b15c" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2e9debfd-06d3-47ab-aebc-111ad437b15c.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2e9debfd-06d3-47ab-aebc-111ad437b15c.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2025-02-06" --- # VCFSE Infrastructure Services Buyer: SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2e9debfd-06d3-47ab-aebc-111ad437b15c [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2e9debfd-06d3-47ab-aebc-111ad437b15c) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2e9debfd-06d3-47ab-aebc-111ad437b15c.json) ## Summary Suffolk County Council is initiating a tender for "VCFSE Infrastructure Services" to support the Voluntary, Community, Faith, and Social Enterprise sector in Suffolk. This procurement, under an open procedure, seeks to establish an infrastructure support service starting on 1st October 2025 and running until 30th September 2028, with an optional extension of up to 3 additional years. The total contract value, including the extension, is £1,848,000 excluding VAT. The services requested include advice, training, digital adoption, volunteer management, and resource allocation, among others. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with submissions due by 10th March 2025 at 12 noon. The designated CPV codes classify the services under civic betterment, administration, training, and consultancy sectors, targeting organisations in the East of England, specifically Suffolk. This tender provides valuable opportunities for businesses specialising in supporting non-profit and community sectors, particularly those offering consultancy, digital solutions, and training services. Companies with expertise in volunteer management, funding advice, and resource audits would be well-positioned to benefit from this procurement. Engaging in this contract can help businesses enhance their portfolio, increase their reach within the public sector, and establish long-term partnerships with Suffolk County Council. The comprehensive nature of these services ensures diverse opportunities for business growth and contribution to community well-being. ## Notice Suffolk County Council is committed to supporting a thriving Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise (VCFSE) sector in the county to enable it to continue providing key services for the people of Suffolk. The Council intends to procure an infrastructure support service for the VCFSE sector starting on 1st October 2025. The contract period will be for 3 years (1st October 2025 - 30th September 2028) with the option to extend for up to a further 3 years. The maximum total contract value (including the extension period) is PS1,848,000 excluding VAT. The service will cover: - Advice, support & training: Prioritising programmes addressing specific needs such as funding, business governance and safeguarding - Digital adoption: Supporting organisations with tools for fundraising, marketing and AI integration. - Volunteer management: Promotion and support through 'Volunteer Suffolk'. - Resource and funding: Sector-wide audits and alignment with health outcomes - Joint training and workshops: Collaborative learning opportunities between VCSFE and commissioners, with an emphasis on coproduction - Monitoring and evaluation: Support to improve the sector's impact and service delivery. - Annual State of the sector survey and report The submission deadline is 10th March 2025 at 12noon. Please note this procurement and the subsequent contract will fall under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. Additional information: Invitation to Tender documents can be accessed via www.suffolksourcing.uk Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2f53e71a-3dff-4e51-8216-b8298c2a1563 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 6 Feb 2025 | | Submission deadline | 10 Mar 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Oct 2025 - 30 Sep 2031 | | 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 | SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | SUFFOLK | | Post town | Ipswich | | Postcode | IP1 2BX | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk | | ITL 3 | TLH62 Ipswich | | Local authority | Ipswich | | Electoral ward | Gipping | | Westminster constituency | Ipswich | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 75 - Administration, defence and social security services - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security - 80 - Education and training services - 98 - Other community, social and personal services ### Codes - 75100000 - Administration services - 79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services - 80500000 - Training services - 98133100 - Civic betterment and community facility support services ## Release History - 6 Feb 2025 at 12:11 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2f53e71a-3dff-4e51-8216-b8298c2a1563 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2f53e71a-3dff-4e51-8216-b8298c2a1563 6th February 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.suffolk.gov.uk/business/tenders-and-supplying-us Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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