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title: "Invitation to Tender for Research Services for Cornwall & Isles of Scilly Growth Hub And Cornwall & Isles of Scilly Skills Hub"
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# Invitation to Tender for Research Services for Cornwall & Isles of Scilly Growth Hub And Cornwall & Isles of Scilly Skills Hub

Buyer: CORNWALL DEVELOPMENT COMPANY LTD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-91b70181-930b-4842-a7f8-04b4731b3168

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by Cornwall Development Company Ltd, involves an invitation to tender for research services for the Cornwall & Isles of Scilly Growth Hub and Skills Hub. This project is classified under research and development services, with a project value of £50,000. The tender period concluded on 25 August 2017, and the resulting contract commenced on 1 September 2017, extending until 31 December 2019. This open procurement method aligns with the European Growth Programme 2014 - 2020, funded by the European Regional Development Fund and the European Social Fund, with additional backing from Cornwall Council.

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSE) specialising in research and consultancy services. Companies that can demonstrate expertise in conducting primary research, evaluating outcomes, and developing marketing content will be well-positioned to compete. The project plays a critical role in driving economic development in the South West region, making it an ideal platform for businesses looking to expand their portfolio in public sector research services.

## Notice

Cornwall Development Company (CDC) operates as Cornwall Council's economic development arm and is a member of the CORSERV group of companies. CDC has been successful in its bid to the European Growth Programme 2014 - 2020 to establish and operate the Cornwall & Isles of Scilly (CIoS) Growth Hub and Cornwall & Isles of Scilly (CIoS) Skills Hub services. These projects are funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) and the European Social Fund (ESF) respectively, with match funding from Cornwall Council and Cornwall & Isles of Scilly Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP). CIoS Growth Hub and Skills Hub requires a contractor to conduct, evaluate and report primary research as required over the remaining lifetime of the project, and any subsequent extension or recommissioning.On behalf of the CIoS Growth Hub and Skills Hub, CDC wishes to appoint a research agency over the course of both projects to provide research services under a 'call-down' contract. The agency will be required to provide research to inform the development of both projects and contribute to the creation of engaging marketing content. For full details of the Tender, application process and supporting documents, please see the attached documents below. Additional information: This is a duplicate notice. The correct notice reference is Invitation to Tender for Research Services for Cornwall & Isles of Scilly Growth Hub And Cornwall & Isles of Scilly Skills Hub TEN409

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/460d9b11-6d27-4469-b556-ed74d50b555e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Sep 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Aug 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Aug 2017 |
| Contract period | 6 Sep 2017 - 31 Dec 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £50,000 |
| 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 | CORNWALL DEVELOPMENT COMPANY LTD |
| Locality | POOL ,REDRUTH |
| Post town | Truro |
| Postcode | TR15 3PL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK3 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly |
| ITL 3 | TLK30 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly |
| Local authority | Cornwall |
| Electoral ward | Pool & Tehidy |
| Westminster constituency | Camborne and Redruth |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PFA RESEARCH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

## Release History

- 20 Sep 2017 at 09:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/460d9b11-6d27-4469-b556-ed74d50b555e
- 20 Sep 2017 at 09:03 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7bb25a9a-aaf8-43b2-a61c-d9cc4c3a2430
- 18 Aug 2017 at 13:37 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7bb25a9a-aaf8-43b2-a61c-d9cc4c3a2430
- 17 Aug 2017 at 14:25 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7bb25a9a-aaf8-43b2-a61c-d9cc4c3a2430
- 16 Aug 2017 at 16:34 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7bb25a9a-aaf8-43b2-a61c-d9cc4c3a2430
- 14 Aug 2017 at 13:24 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7bb25a9a-aaf8-43b2-a61c-d9cc4c3a2430
- 14 Aug 2017 at 13:12 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7bb25a9a-aaf8-43b2-a61c-d9cc4c3a2430
- 11 Aug 2017 at 12:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7bb25a9a-aaf8-43b2-a61c-d9cc4c3a2430

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/460d9b11-6d27-4469-b556-ed74d50b555e
  20th September 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7bb25a9a-aaf8-43b2-a61c-d9cc4c3a2430
  20th September 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ce3d8589-c571-43f6-83e4-29196e00d147
  Invitation to Tender (ITT) Research for Cornwall & Isles of Scilly Growth Hub And Cornwall & Isles of Scilly Skills Hub
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7aaba9ff-b016-4d95-9d9a-e5add88a746d
  Cornwall Development Company Contract Terms & Conditions (Annexe B)
- https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/634288/ESIF_Branding_and_Publicity_Requirements.pdf
  Annexe A - European Regional Development Fund and European Social Fund Branding and Publicity Requirements
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f0d8ede7-3851-40aa-be84-87aa4c78cce4
  CDC Research Tender Clarifications Log v1.0
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ab25e57e-517c-4d79-b73e-3406a565ec34
  CDC Research Tender Clarifications Log v1.1
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/47c42fe3-06d6-4737-b6fe-837926e52f30
  CDC Research Tender Clarifications Log v1.2
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2717c2fb-e280-4763-8bd9-59f87cc1f1e9
  CDC Research Tender Clarifications Log v1.3

## Notice URLs

- http://www.ciosgrowthhub.com

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