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title: "(NU/1745-3) The Provision of International Market Research and Business Development in China"
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# (NU/1745-3) The Provision of International Market Research and Business Development in China

Buyer: NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-544dbc85-c70b-4001-9fcf-478af8918435

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## Summary

Newcastle University has awarded a contract for "(NU/1745-3) The Provision of International Market Research and Business Development in China" to INTO University Partnerships. The contract, valued at GBP 482,169, falls under the business services category and has a contract period from 4th November 2022 to 31st July 2025. The procurement method used was a selective procedure with a tender period ending on 24th May 2022.

This tender opportunity offers a chance for business growth to firms providing services such as law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, and financial consultancy. Companies specialising in accounting, auditing, strategic analysis, and economic research are suited to compete. The contract aims to support Newcastle University's global strategy through market research and business development activities in China, creating opportunities for UK organisations seeking to enhance their presence and partnerships in the region.

## Notice

This tender is for a Firm who will provide the University with services including market research, advice and assistance to deliver the University's China strategy and contribute to the University's Global Strategy. The Firm will support the University providing the following: 1. Provide dedicated staff based in major cities in China including but not limited to Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou to deliver the required services; 2. Support the implementation of university strategies; 3. Assist a diverse portfolio of activities in marketing, student recruitment, partnership development and brand promotion in China; 4. Develop networks and relationships with the local government, institutions and industries in China; 5. Act as a point of contact for staff across the university and external partners; 6. Working closely with UK organisations represented in China; 7. Develop the University's agent network and deliver conversion activities; 8. Enhancing the University's profile, brand awareness and reputation in China; Other support duties as required to meet the objectives of the university.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c3a3e9ef-f3cf-4b97-a253-78e86e63fded |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Nov 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 24 May 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Aug 2022 |
| Contract period | 4 Nov 2022 - 31 Jul 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £482,169 |
| 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 | NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE1 7RU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Monument |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | INTO UNIVERSITY PARTNERSHIPS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 66 - Financial and insurance services
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 66121000 - Mergers and acquisition services
- 66170000 - Financial consultancy, financial transaction processing and clearing-house services
- 66519600 - Actuarial services
- 66523000 - Pension fund consultancy services
- 71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis
- 72221000 - Business analysis consultancy services
- 79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 79200000 - Accounting, auditing and fiscal services
- 79311400 - Economic research services
- 79311410 - Economic impact assessment
- 79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

## Release History

- 28 Nov 2022 at 16:55 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c3a3e9ef-f3cf-4b97-a253-78e86e63fded

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c3a3e9ef-f3cf-4b97-a253-78e86e63fded
  28th November 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.ncl.ac.uk

## Provenance

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