--- title: "WP3623 - ERDF Summative Assessment" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-30ebb46e-bc5f-4df8-94e2-4933789ce3e1" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-30ebb46e-bc5f-4df8-94e2-4933789ce3e1" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-30ebb46e-bc5f-4df8-94e2-4933789ce3e1.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-30ebb46e-bc5f-4df8-94e2-4933789ce3e1.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "WALSALL COUNCIL E-TENDERING" published: "2020-05-06" --- # WP3623 - ERDF Summative Assessment Buyer: WALSALL COUNCIL E-TENDERING Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-30ebb46e-bc5f-4df8-94e2-4933789ce3e1 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-30ebb46e-bc5f-4df8-94e2-4933789ce3e1) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-30ebb46e-bc5f-4df8-94e2-4933789ce3e1.json) ## Summary The Walsall Council is currently seeking proposals for the "WP3623 - ERDF Summative Assessment" to provide technical assistance for the Black Country European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) Technical Assistance Project, which is part of a broader initiative funded by the European Union. This procurement falls under the category of business and management consultancy services and is located in Walsall, West Midlands, with a delivery address including postal code WS1 1TP. The tender period is active until 27th May 2020, and the contract is set to commence on 10th June 2020, lasting until 31st October 2020. The procurement process is classified under "Other" and the contracting authority has highlighted the requirement for high-quality providers to support accountable grant activities that enhance local proposals and stakeholder engagement. This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in consultancy and technical advisory services, particularly those experienced with ERDF funding frameworks or working closely with local authorities. Companies offering services related to project compliance, stakeholder engagement, and communications within the context of public sector funding will find themselves well-suited to compete for this contract. Furthermore, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, given the supportive approach of the Walsall Council towards diverse proposals that can enhance the visibility and effectiveness of ERDF funding in the Black Country region. ## Notice Walsall Council, on behalf of the Black Country Technical Assistance Team (BCTA), is seeking a high quality provider for the: Black Country ERDF Technical Assistance Project (2016-2020). Walsall Council is the accountable body for the Black Country European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) Technical Assistance Project. This project is part funded through the European Union's European Regional Development Fund Programme 2014-2020, the Black Country Consortium and the four Black Country Local Authorities (Dudley, Sandwell, Walsall and Wolverhampton City Council). The project was awarded ?204,367 ERDF monies plus ?204,367 matched funding. The purpose of the grant is to build on a central team for the Black Country that provides technical advisory support, ensuring that quality proposals are designed in accordance with ERDF and national funding requirements. The team facilitates wide ranging access to the Programme, through stakeholder engagement and promotional activities and events to increase the visibility of ERDF funding in the sub-region. The Black Country ERDF Technical Assistance Team's role is to support the development of ERDF activity across Dudley, Sandwell, Walsall and Wolverhampton. Working closely with the Black Country Local Enterprise Partnership, Black Country Consortium, the four Black Country Local Authorities and other public, voluntary sector and private partners, the Team: o Supports applicants with development of ERDF eligible and compliant projects o Enhances delivery of ERDF communications o Captures best practice and presents achievements on the Black Country ERDF Programme. Further information on the Technical Assistance Project and ERDF Programme for the Black Country can be found in the Black Country ESIF Strategy (https://www.blackcountrylep.co.uk/business-growth/funding-opportunities/european-investment/) or via the Black Country Technical Assistance website (https://go.walsall.gov.uk/bcta) 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/998f0847-708a-4296-8210-06b819f3c2cd | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Other - | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 6 May 2020 | | Submission deadline | 27 May 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 9 Jun 2020 - 31 Oct 2020 | | 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 | WALSALL COUNCIL E-TENDERING | | Locality | WEST MIDLANDS | | Post town | Walsall | | Postcode | WS1 1TP | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG38 Walsall | | Local authority | Walsall | | Electoral ward | St Matthew's | | Westminster constituency | Walsall and Bloxwich | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79410000 - Business and management consultancy services - 79415200 - Design consultancy services ## Release History - 6 May 2020 at 13:12 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/998f0847-708a-4296-8210-06b819f3c2cd - 5 May 2020 at 11:39 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/998f0847-708a-4296-8210-06b819f3c2cd - 5 May 2020 at 11:38 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/998f0847-708a-4296-8210-06b819f3c2cd ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/998f0847-708a-4296-8210-06b819f3c2cd 6th May 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/walsallcouncil/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://go.walsall.gov.uk/bcta - https://www.blackcountrylep.co.uk/business-growth/funding-opportunities/european-investment/ - https://www.walsall.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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