--- title: "Invitation to Quote to provide digital audit and action plan advice to micro and SME's under the 'Go Digital' programmecro" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-7f23aeb6-2f6b-4e03-a17a-3bac5a7a6a47" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7f23aeb6-2f6b-4e03-a17a-3bac5a7a6a47" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7f23aeb6-2f6b-4e03-a17a-3bac5a7a6a47.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7f23aeb6-2f6b-4e03-a17a-3bac5a7a6a47.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2021-01-11" --- # Invitation to Quote to provide digital audit and action plan advice to micro and SME's under the 'Go Digital' programmecro Buyer: NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7f23aeb6-2f6b-4e03-a17a-3bac5a7a6a47 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7f23aeb6-2f6b-4e03-a17a-3bac5a7a6a47) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7f23aeb6-2f6b-4e03-a17a-3bac5a7a6a47.json) ## Summary The procurement process, initiated by Norfolk County Council, invites quotes for digital audit and action plan advice tailored for micro and small to medium enterprises (SMEs) as part of the 'Go Digital' programme. The procurement is classified under business services, specifically in consulting and related fields, with an estimated budget of £45,000. This open procedure tender will close on 20 January 2021, and successful contracts will commence from 26 January 2021 through to 30 April 2021, focusing on the East of England. This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in digital consultancy, particularly those focusing on aiding SMEs in enhancing their technological capabilities. Ideal candidates include consultancy firms, digital transformation experts, and advisors with experience in supporting varied businesses in leveraging digital tools for growth. However, applicants should note that being shortlisted as a pre-approved provider does not guarantee contract awards or work volume. ## Notice Norfolk County Council wishes to procure business advisor services for Norfolk micro and SME's to support them to improve their use of digital technology. * At this stage we are inviting advisors to apply to be included on a list of pre-approved providers. Price will not be evaluated as part of this process, as we will pay a fixed fee of PS40 per hour (+VAT) for all work on this project. No additional costs can be added to this rate. * We will offer contracts with individual advisors as required. * There is no guarantee of work or contracts being placed with you even if you are selected to join the pre-approved list of providers (pool) Please see the attached documents for details of how to apply ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/53e01dc9-ae06-4201-bc9d-b12cf7abcc13 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 11 Jan 2021 | | Submission deadline | 20 Jan 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 26 Jan 2021 - 30 Apr 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £45,000 | | 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 | NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | NORWICH | | Post town | Norwich | | Postcode | NR1 2DH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk | | ITL 3 | TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk | | Local authority | Norwich | | Electoral ward | Lakenham | | Westminster constituency | Norwich South | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## 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 - 11 Jan 2021 at 11:43 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/53e01dc9-ae06-4201-bc9d-b12cf7abcc13 - 11 Jan 2021 at 11:39 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/53e01dc9-ae06-4201-bc9d-b12cf7abcc13 - 11 Jan 2021 at 11:37 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/53e01dc9-ae06-4201-bc9d-b12cf7abcc13 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/53e01dc9-ae06-4201-bc9d-b12cf7abcc13 11th January 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1974915e-3563-4546-82b9-ff3eb37b347e bidding document and specification of requirements - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/04179321-2855-4816-ac7c-3c6333e79d15 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4b51dd20-a546-493c-af43-3e4b7f739b93 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1d7f1a6e-55e2-459a-adca-4b2ebefc9aaf - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/049b20a7-f3ea-449a-b22b-99a212c7ed75 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2ed83ef5-14da-4754-9f23-3f6fccdeedab ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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