--- title: "Supply Chain Support" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-3eff5751-4a9d-4ced-a482-93a3bc013699" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-3eff5751-4a9d-4ced-a482-93a3bc013699" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3eff5751-4a9d-4ced-a482-93a3bc013699.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3eff5751-4a9d-4ced-a482-93a3bc013699.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CUMBRIA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE" published: "2017-11-07" --- # Supply Chain Support Buyer: CUMBRIA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3eff5751-4a9d-4ced-a482-93a3bc013699 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-3eff5751-4a9d-4ced-a482-93a3bc013699) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3eff5751-4a9d-4ced-a482-93a3bc013699.json) ## Summary The Cumbria Chamber of Commerce is seeking providers for the "Supply Chain Support" tender, aimed at enhancing growth and competitiveness for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Cumbria. This procurement falls under the category of research and development services and related consultancy services, specifically focusing on supply chain development. The tender is currently in the open procurement stage, with a deadline for submissions set at 9am on 21st November 2017. The selected contractor will provide a variety of supply chain-specific workshops and 1-2-1 guidance, addressing topics such as procuring accreditations and implementing effective business processes. The total contract value is estimated at £100,000, commencing on 1st December 2017 and ending on 31st March 2019, with a minimum bid value of £20,000. This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses in various sectors, including food and drink, healthcare, and retail, to contribute to the development of local supply chains and gain valuable contracts with larger businesses. Service providers who specialize in training, business consultancy, or supply chain management would be particularly well-positioned to compete for this contract. By engaging in this procurement process, businesses can potentially expand their market reach, enhance their service offerings, and strengthen partnerships that could lead to further growth and opportunities. ## Notice Background and aims We have a need to procure a pool of providers to deliver supply chain support to Cumbrian SMEs as part of intensive business support programmes aimed at enhancing their growth, competitiveness and profitability. We are looking for providers able to offer a combination of supply chain specific workshops/seminars, 1-2-1 advice and support development and delivery of online activities. Proposals are welcome from individuals and from organisations. Specific requirements We are looking for providers able to offer a combination of supply chain specific workshops/seminars and 1-2-1 advice and support development and delivery of online activities to support businesses to develop and enhance their supply chains and/or gain entry to/more business in supply chains locally, nationally and internationally. This includes work in relation to large businesses to increase the representation of Cumbrian SMEs within their supply chains. Topics could include, for example (this list is not exhaustive): * Supply chain development * Procurement * Bidding, including related presentations * Gaining accreditations and certifications (SALSA, ISO, etc.) * Quality assurance * Demonstrating buyer requirements such as Corporate Social Responsibility, Environmental Sustainability and Social Value * Implementing effective business processes Support requirements cover the range of sectors (food & drink, nuclear, specialist manufacturing, healthcare, retail, hospitality, agri-business, services, etc.) both ERDF eligible and non ERDF eligible businesses. In relation to workshops/seminars we are looking here for an indication of the sort of topics you could offer - specific workshops/seminars will then be agreed and worked up in line with identified needs and opportunities. Additional information: Instructions for submission Submissions should be sent by email to Eva Foran eva@cumbriachamber.co.uk marked 'Confidential - Tender Enclosed' to reach us by no later than 9am on Tuesday 21st November 2017. For proof of delivery please ensure you obtain and retain both a delivery and read receipt for your email. All queries in relation to this invitation to tender should be addressed by email to eva@cumbriachamber.co.uk. Clarifications Any clarifications should be submitted by email to eva@cumbriachamber.co.uk. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6fdeac86-36e6-46a3-a972-8f6b09985f96 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 7 Nov 2017 | | Submission deadline | 21 Nov 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Dec 2017 - 31 Mar 2019 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £100,000 | | 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 | CUMBRIA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE | | Locality | CARLISLE | | Post town | Carlisle | | Postcode | CA3 8DA | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD1 Cumbria | | ITL 3 | TLD13 Cumberland | | Local authority | Cumberland | | Electoral ward | Castle | | Westminster constituency | Carlisle | | Delivery location | TLD North West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services - 79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ## Release History - 7 Nov 2017 at 13:38 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6fdeac86-36e6-46a3-a972-8f6b09985f96 - 7 Nov 2017 at 13:35 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6fdeac86-36e6-46a3-a972-8f6b09985f96 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6fdeac86-36e6-46a3-a972-8f6b09985f96 7th November 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/74e26763-dbc2-4fb0-8180-cafa7fa9eb9f Full briefing and application details - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f22b5320-94c4-415a-b6b6-11ff1ab586fd Draft supply chain contract ## Notice URLs - https://www.cumbriagrowthhub.co.uk/news/article/supply-chain-support ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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