--- title: "REQUEST FOR QUOTATION - ISO 9001 ACCREDITATION CONSULTANT - ST HELENS" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-9cf8274d-8c75-4cd0-ae1c-303141422f2d" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9cf8274d-8c75-4cd0-ae1c-303141422f2d" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9cf8274d-8c75-4cd0-ae1c-303141422f2d.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9cf8274d-8c75-4cd0-ae1c-303141422f2d.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "ST HELENS CHAMBER LIMITED" published: "2017-10-03" --- # REQUEST FOR QUOTATION - ISO 9001 ACCREDITATION CONSULTANT - ST HELENS Buyer: ST HELENS CHAMBER LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9cf8274d-8c75-4cd0-ae1c-303141422f2d [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9cf8274d-8c75-4cd0-ae1c-303141422f2d) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9cf8274d-8c75-4cd0-ae1c-303141422f2d.json) ## Summary The St Helens Chamber Limited is issuing a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for management consultancy services aimed at achieving ISO 9001:2015 accreditation for Conway Control Systems Ltd, a manufacturer and supplier of industrial control systems based in Warrington, England. The procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, with quotations due by 5:00 PM on 13 October 2017. The project is set to commence shortly after the contract start date of 1 November 2017, with an expected completion period of 3-6 months. This procurement falls within the industry category of Business and Management Consultancy Services, with a budget range of £2,500 to £24,999. This RFQ presents a significant opportunity for consultancy firms, particularly those specialising in quality management systems, to assist a growing company in enhancing its operational efficiency and securing larger contracts. Businesses with expertise in ISO standards, particularly ISO 9001:2015, would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The successful consultant will need to demonstrate a strong understanding of the industry sector, a clear delivery timeline, and effective communication capabilities to stand out in the evaluation process. ## Notice Conway Control Systems Ltd (CCS) is a company that specialises in the manufacture and supply of thermocouples, control systems and instrumentation for use in a number of industrial sectors and applications. Demand is from domestic and international companies that specialise in fire testing, chemical and glass production, pharmaceutical, food, aerospace, military and automotive applications. Many applications require demonstration of the latest quality standards, namely ISO9001:2015. The business employs 8-10 staff and has grown steadily over the past few years. Accreditation to ISO 9001:2015 would assist in further efficient growth of the business. The creation of a revised ISO accredited quality management system would also support efficiencies in the day to day running of the business including: * product traceability * risk management * recruitment and training * customer satisfaction Obtaining and maintaining ISO9001:2015 accreditation will also enable the business to secure larger contracts and generate further opportunities for expansion and growth. The company understands the work required to obtain and maintain accreditation, having worked with older standards for ISO9001 and has standard operating procedures in place to cover the day to day processes within the business. Requirement - This RFQ is for management consultancy services to aid CCS with preparing and setting up its systems to gain ISO accreditation for 9001:2015. As CCS grows it expects to efficiently demonstrate UKAS accreditation to ISO standards (ISO9001:2015). Equally it will need recognised procedures in place to manage company expansion. Deliverable Timescale CCS is looking to commence the project immediately and complete within 3-6 months. Indicative Budget - This work will be part funded though the European Regional Development Fund. The project falls within the PS2,500 - PS24,999 bracket and therefore, under current Public Procurement Regulations, there is no formal tender procedure but a detailed written quotation is required. Evaluation Criteria -Quotations will be assessed and scored on the following criteria: Cost (40%) Demonstrable Understanding of Industry Sector (20%) Delivery Timescale (20%) Ease of Communication (20%) Scoring Methodology 4 Excellent Proposal meets and in some places exceeds the required standard 3 Good Proposal meets required standard 2 Acceptable Proposal meets the required standard in most respects, but is lacking or inconsistent in others 1 Poor Proposal falls short of expected standard 0 Unacceptable Completely or significantly fails to meet required standard or does not provide the relevant answer Proposal Format - Proposals should clearly demonstrate how they meet the requirement set out above. Deadline and SubmissionQuotations are required by 5:00pm Friday 13 October 2017, either electronically or by post/in person to Graham Conway, Southlyn, Farnworth Road, Penketh, Warrington, Cheshire, WA5 2TX ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0b460f22-b055-4c17-b6b2-5c1246a45b9d | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Other - RFQ | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 3 Oct 2017 | | Submission deadline | 13 Oct 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Nov 2017 - 30 Apr 2018 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £24,999 | | 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 | ST HELENS CHAMBER LIMITED | | Locality | WARRINGTON | | Post town | Warrington | | Postcode | WA5 2TX | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire | | ITL 3 | TLD61 Warrington | | Local authority | Warrington | | Electoral ward | Penketh and Cuerdley | | Westminster constituency | Warrington South | | Delivery location | TLD North West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services ## Release History - 3 Oct 2017 at 14:01 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0b460f22-b055-4c17-b6b2-5c1246a45b9d ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0b460f22-b055-4c17-b6b2-5c1246a45b9d 3rd October 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/819671f2-db8b-4c9e-938e-46da496bbffe Request for Quotation Document ## Notice URLs - http://www.conwaycontrols.co.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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