--- title: "001266 Start-Ups in London Libraries Programme Delivery of 'Get Started Workshop'" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-7628fa47-24d1-4030-ada0-2d72c3c22661" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7628fa47-24d1-4030-ada0-2d72c3c22661" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7628fa47-24d1-4030-ada0-2d72c3c22661.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7628fa47-24d1-4030-ada0-2d72c3c22661.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE BRITISH LIBRARY" published: "2019-01-03" --- # 001266 Start-Ups in London Libraries Programme Delivery of 'Get Started Workshop' Buyer: THE BRITISH LIBRARY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7628fa47-24d1-4030-ada0-2d72c3c22661 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7628fa47-24d1-4030-ada0-2d72c3c22661) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7628fa47-24d1-4030-ada0-2d72c3c22661.json) ## Summary The British Library is seeking partners for the delivery of the 'Get Started Workshops' as part of the Start-ups in London Libraries programme. This tender, titled "001266 Start-Ups in London Libraries Programme Delivery of 'Get Started Workshop'", falls within the business and management consultancy services category. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with a tender submission deadline set for 18 January 2019. The workshops are to be conducted across ten London boroughs, including Bexley, Croydon, and Greenwich, and are part of a project designed to support individuals and entrepreneurs in establishing and growing businesses. This opportunity presents significant potential for business growth, particularly for consulting firms, training providers, and organisations experienced in business development and entrepreneurship. Companies that specialise in delivering workshops or educational programmes aimed at start-ups will find this tender well-suited to their expertise. The workshops will focus on critical areas such as business planning, financing, and market analysis, making it an attractive opportunity for SMEs looking to expand their service offerings to aspiring entrepreneurs within the London region. ## Notice The British Library successfully bid to deliver the Start-ups in London Libraries (SiLL) project which commenced in October 2018. The SiLL project has been informed by the British Libraries 12+ years' experience in supporting people from diverse backgrounds to start, protect and grow successful businesses through the Business & IP Centre. Start-ups in London Libraries' will deliver business support via libraries across ten London boroughs, in a hub and spoke model. The British Library SiLL project will be delivered across the following boroughs: Bexley, Croydon, Greenwich, Haringey, Lambeth, Lewisham, Newham, Southwark, Tower Hamlets and Waltham Forest. Start-ups in London Libraries is part funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). The programme is designed to provide pre-start and start-up advice and support to individuals and entrepreneurs thinking about starting up a business, by enabling them to turn innovative ideas into realistic business ventures. This tender is to select a partner to deliver the Start-ups in London Libraries (SiLL) 'Get Started Workshops'. The 'Get Started' workshop should include: - How to test if your idea is viable - How to register a business - Understanding the essentials of a good business plan and how it applies to a start-up - Knowing your customers and competitors - Financing a start-up and managing cash flow - Legal and tax obligations - Understanding the work life balance and the challenges of starting up a business - A business start-up checklist and common pitfalls to be avoided of running a business If you are interested in this opportunity, please access the British Library's eTendering portal (https://bl.bravosolution.co.uk) and click on the 'View current opportunities and notices' link on the home page for further details on registering, downloading the tender documentation and submitting a response. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e2b57bf-4fb2-47d4-821c-7468959b39a3 | | 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 | 3 Jan 2019 | | Submission deadline | 18 Jan 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 25 Feb 2019 - 31 Aug 2021 | | 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 | THE BRITISH LIBRARY | | Locality | BOSTON SPA | | Post town | Leeds | | Postcode | LS23 7BQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | | ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire | | ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds | | Local authority | Leeds | | Electoral ward | Wetherby | | Westminster constituency | Wetherby and Easingwold | | Delivery location | TLI London | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79410000 - Business and management consultancy services ## Release History - 3 Jan 2019 at 14:07 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e2b57bf-4fb2-47d4-821c-7468959b39a3 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e2b57bf-4fb2-47d4-821c-7468959b39a3 3rd January 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://bl.bravosolution.co.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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