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title: "Tender Opportunity: Business Advice Services"
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# Tender Opportunity: Business Advice Services

Buyer: CUMBRIA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5ad3f645-dd4a-48c1-84a8-a65c6f8c900d

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## Summary

The Cumbria Chamber of Commerce is currently inviting tenders for the "Business Advice Services" project under the Cumbria Business Growth Hub initiative, aimed at providing business support primarily to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and potential start-ups in the North West region of the United Kingdom. This open procurement process, set to conclude on 20th August 2018, seeks to establish a flexible pool of experienced business advisers who can deliver coaching and training to meet various client needs. The contract is anticipated to commence on 3rd September 2018 and will last until 31st August 2022, with a total estimated value of £10,000 for this particular tender.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for consultancy firms and independent advisers with expertise in business coaching, training needs assessments, and action plan development, particularly those focusing on SMEs. Businesses already engaged in similar projects or with prior experience in collaborating with regional development initiatives would be especially well-suited to compete. Furthermore, those interested in expanding their portfolio in business support sectors can leverage this avenue to foster relationships with local authorities and educational institutions, thereby enhancing their market presence.

## Notice

This invitation is issued by Cumbria Chamber of Commerce/Cumbria Business Growth Hub. It covers business advice for the following initiatives delivered within its Cumbria Business Growth Hub umbrella: - ERDF Growth Hub project (excluding supply chain) - Local authority support to non ERDF eligible businesses (excluding supply chain) - ERDF BSUS Business Start-Up Support project - New Enterprise Allowance - Other potential business support projects/initiatives We are looking to renew our pool of experienced business advisers (individual advisers and/or specified individuals within an organisation), both generalist and specialist, to carry out business reviews/training needs analyses, develop action plans and deliver advice and coaching to businesses (primarily small and medium sized businesses [SMEs]) and/or potential start-ups in Cumbria. This will be a flexible pool of contracted advisers, drawn on as needed depending on factors such as levels of demand, client needs and preferences, experience and specialisms. The pools may also be used for other similar business support projects. Note that this tender is to replace the existing pool for the relevant projects. Advisers already contracted must reapply if they wish to continue to work on these projects and/or to work on future projects in the next four years. Additional information: 25/7 Important note to all bidders: the PQQ has been amended slightly since the opportunity was initially published and the correct version is V3 Project Funding The current BSUS and Growth Hub ERDF projects are supported by the Chamber, Lancaster University, University of Cumbria, Barrow Borough Council, Carlisle City Council, Eden District Council, South Lakeland District Council and the European Regional Development Fund Programme 2014-2020. The Department for Communities and Local Government is the managing authority for the European Regional Development Fund Programme, which is one of the funds established by the European Commission to help local areas stimulate their economic development by investing in projects which will support local businesses and create jobs. For more information visit www.communities.gov.uk/erdf. It is anticipated that any follow on projects will be similarly funded. The New Enterprise Allowance initiative is matched with the European Social Fund as part of the 2014-2020 European Structural and Investment Funds Growth Programme in England. The Department for Work and Pensions is the Managing Authority for the England European Social Fund programme. Established by the European Union, the European Social Fund helps local areas stimulate their economic development by investing in projects which will support skills development, employment and job creation, social inclusion and local community regenerations. For more information visit https://www.gov.uk/european-growth-funding. Funding arrangements vary for other projects.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a12acf20-64bb-4907-8c7f-c306b44fe63e |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Aug 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Aug 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Sep 2018 - 31 Aug 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £10,000 |
| 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

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

## Release History

- 13 Aug 2018 at 08:41 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a12acf20-64bb-4907-8c7f-c306b44fe63e
- 8 Aug 2018 at 12:52 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a12acf20-64bb-4907-8c7f-c306b44fe63e
- 7 Aug 2018 at 10:29 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a12acf20-64bb-4907-8c7f-c306b44fe63e
- 1 Aug 2018 at 11:51 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a12acf20-64bb-4907-8c7f-c306b44fe63e
- 1 Aug 2018 at 11:10 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a12acf20-64bb-4907-8c7f-c306b44fe63e
- 25 Jul 2018 at 14:26 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a12acf20-64bb-4907-8c7f-c306b44fe63e
- 25 Jul 2018 at 14:22 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a12acf20-64bb-4907-8c7f-c306b44fe63e
- 25 Jul 2018 at 10:39 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a12acf20-64bb-4907-8c7f-c306b44fe63e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a12acf20-64bb-4907-8c7f-c306b44fe63e
  13th August 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/162c6d89-140f-4c7f-b5cf-8303f121c12f
  Invitation-to-Tender-GH-BSUS-July-2018
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/257ff8a6-ae40-4acd-b185-a3039708d1c0
  Schedule-A-Certificate-of-Non-Collusion-July-2018
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/460acb57-61a7-477c-a358-510b26b21744
  Schedule-C-Commercially-Sensitive-Information-July-2018
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/cf0aa9cb-d476-4d0b-93e8-f2c244bbc7c9
  Schedule-B-Form-of-Tender-July-2018
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/abe71b83-6a22-45b8-839c-318647337a4a
  Schedule-D-Undertaking-July-2018
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/999345cf-b8da-4db5-8c3b-bcf1ccc6655e
  Schedule-E-PQQ-July-2018-V2
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3950330d-f5a6-47ac-9896-c2936c07f38e
  Schedule-F-Adviser-Tender-Tables-A-B-July-2018
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a95207d0-a6d2-4d7b-a68c-6fd01179173d
  Schedule-G-Sample-contract-July-2018
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6e9a3e14-f7d3-4376-82c9-aa1459a7cd00
  Schedule-H-Award-Criteria-Business-Advisers-July-2018
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ce659678-2066-4cb0-bddf-9473bdb2d4f0
  European Structural And Investment Funds logo
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7d07f072-3a79-4667-8e7a-388bd1706e94
  Schedule-E-PQQ-July-2018-v3
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4ab2a19b-f29b-4c9c-9319-b675ebe55814
  Important: Q&A resulting from the tender [Last updated 01-08-2018]
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7604ff36-f5ce-4446-8b2a-c399d31df4b0
  Important: Q&A resulting from the tender [Last updated 01-08-2018]
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8cea3b97-159e-4b65-a441-b5fe9dc35560
  Important: Q&A resulting from the tender [Last updated 07-08-2018]
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d89b1b61-c09a-486d-b229-ea45201b3607
  Important: Q&A resulting from the tender [Last updated 08-08-2018]
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f2ac337f-f34e-47b7-8a05-efcd3f44ae5d
  Important: Q&A resulting from the tender [Last updated 13-08-2018]

## Notice URLs

- http://www.cumbriachamber.co.uk/
- https://www.gov.uk/european-growth-funding

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