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title: "Technical Assistance Specialist Support"
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# Technical Assistance Specialist Support

Buyer: G M C V O  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2f33f993-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Technical Assistance Specialist Support" contract, initiated by Greater Manchester Centre for Voluntary Organisation (GMCVO), is at the award stage, having been published on 14 September 2016. This contract, valued at £36,000, pertains to the industry category of "Research and development consultancy services" and is aimed at supporting the Greater Manchester voluntary sector in delivering the Greater Manchester ESIF programme 2014-20. The contract period is set to commence on 1 October 2016 and will last until 31 July 2018, with submissions for applications having closed on 26 September 2016.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary/community sector enterprises (VCSEs) that possess expertise in European regulations and can provide tailored advice, information, and training to local voluntary organisations. Businesses with a strong understanding of the local context and experience in consultancy services are particularly well-suited to compete. By collaborating closely with GMCVO, successful bidders will have the chance to significantly impact the operational capacity of the Greater Manchester voluntary sector while enhancing their own market presence.

## Notice

The purpose of the Technical Assistance for the Voluntary Sector Project is to support the Greater Manchester voluntary sector to participate in the delivery of the Greater Manchester ESIF programme 2014-20. The current programme is to be delivered on a Greater Manchester LEP footprint. The local context is therefore in some ways different from the previous programmes, and it is important to take account of local priorities and procurement methodologies. However over-arching European regulations continue to apply. GMCVO is seeking a sub-contractor with specialist knowledge of the European regulations, and experience of explaining technical and legal detail to frontline voluntary organisations. The provider will work in close collaboration with GMCVO, which has detailed knowledge of the locality and the local voluntary sector. You must be able to provide specialist information, advice and training to voluntary organisations in Greater Manchester with reference to ESIF regulations and processes DEADLINE EXTENSION: 12:00 (noon) 26th September 2016. Please submit your application to yvonne.fox-burmby@gmcvo.org.uk or louis.brooks@gmcvo.org.uk. If you have issues submitting your application please call 0161 277 1032 before 12:00 (noon) 26/09/16. Contract start date 1st October 2016. For further information and details on how to apply, please visit our website by clicking on the link https://www.gmcvo.org.uk/TASubcon1409 www.gmcvo.org.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cc2cfaf6-f1a3-4084-9c09-839dc23d42db |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Nov 2016 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Sep 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Nov 2016 |
| Contract period | 7 Nov 2016 - 31 Jul 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £36,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £36,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | G M C V O |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M12 6FZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Ardwick |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Rusholme |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NETWORK FOR EUROPE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 21 Nov 2016 at 14:59 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cc2cfaf6-f1a3-4084-9c09-839dc23d42db
- 18 Nov 2016 at 20:16 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b336f3d6-d02c-4ead-84ef-aa34c3ca32fb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cc2cfaf6-f1a3-4084-9c09-839dc23d42db
  21st November 2016 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b336f3d6-d02c-4ead-84ef-aa34c3ca32fb
  14th September 2016 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/07c53e2d-6f3b-42fa-8e3c-2daaf4364a59
  TA Brief for Specialist Support
- https://www.gmcvo.org.uk/TASubcon1409
  GMCVO - TA Brief for Specialist Support
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/17d053c6-d875-444e-bc5c-ee9f88ad8fb4
  TA Brief for Specialist Support

## Notice URLs

- http://www.gmcvo.org.uk

## Provenance

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