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title: "LPS - Enterprise Adviser Network in Lancashire - RFQ 15139465"
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# LPS - Enterprise Adviser Network in Lancashire - RFQ 15139465

Buyer: LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-71aef3f1-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b

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## Summary

Lancashire County Council (LCC) is seeking a delivery partner for the Enterprise Adviser Network in Lancashire, a project aimed at creating lasting connections between local businesses and educational institutions. This tender, identified as RFQ 15139465, falls within the recruitment services sector and is located in the North West of the United Kingdom. The procurement process is currently at the Award stage, having begun on 1st March 2017, with a contract duration extending to 31st August 2018. The expected annual value for the contract is approximately £150,000 for the academic year 2016-2017 and £300,000 for the following year, subject to funding approval. The open procedure was published on 11th November 2016, and the tender period ended on 9th December 2016.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) looking to expand their operations in the education and enterprise sectors. Companies with expertise in establishing educational networks or delivering career advice and guidance will be particularly well-suited for this tender. By participating in the Enterprise Adviser Network, successful bidders will contribute to bridging the gap between local businesses and schools, fostering community engagement and growth through educational collaboration.

## Notice

Lancashire County Council (LCC) and the Lancashire Enterprise Partnership (LEP) are currently working with the Careers and Enterprise Company to build a Lancashire Enterprise Adviser Network, building on a pilot which commenced in January 2016. LCC is seeking a delivery partner to work with the Lancashire Skills and Employment Board and the Lancashire Skills and Employment Hub to establish and implement an Enterprise Adviser Network that spans Lancashire working with the Local Authorities, the HIVE business network and the Burnley Bondholders, as well as other local delivery organisations operating in the Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance (CEIAG) space. The purpose of the local Enterprise Adviser Network is to create powerful, lasting connections between local businesses and the schools and colleges in the area. LCC requires a delivery partner for the Enterprise Adviser Network to commence on 1st March 2017. Annual value is expected to be in the region of PS150,000 for academic year 2016-2017 and PS300,000 for academic year 2017-2018 (due to the increased requirements within the contract) - this is subject to funding approval as detailed in the ITT document.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/214617c1-0df1-46dc-abc6-390699ee98d6 |
| 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 | 7 Mar 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Dec 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Feb 2017 |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2017 - 31 Aug 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,031,674 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,290,000 |
| 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 | LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | PRESTON |
| Post town | Preston |
| Postcode | PR1 8XJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD45 Mid Lancashire |
| Local authority | Preston |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Preston |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | INSPIRA CUMBRIA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79600000 - Recruitment services

## Release History

- 7 Mar 2017 at 15:12 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/214617c1-0df1-46dc-abc6-390699ee98d6
- 7 Mar 2017 at 15:09 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/214617c1-0df1-46dc-abc6-390699ee98d6
- 7 Mar 2017 at 15:08 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/214617c1-0df1-46dc-abc6-390699ee98d6
- 7 Mar 2017 at 15:02 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/214617c1-0df1-46dc-abc6-390699ee98d6
- 18 Nov 2016 at 20:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a760cec9-12b2-4047-95ca-0eca43c7176c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/214617c1-0df1-46dc-abc6-390699ee98d6
  7th March 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a760cec9-12b2-4047-95ca-0eca43c7176c
  11th November 2016 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- http://www3.lancashire.gov.uk/corporate/web/?siteid=6864&pageid=41137&e=e
  To apply, please select this link

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