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title: "Market Testing Document for a Freelancer Marketplace Service"
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# Market Testing Document for a Freelancer Marketplace Service

Buyer: FALMOUTH EXETER PLUS  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ae29002a-4479-4722-b4d0-3042cfa30083

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Falmouth Exeter Plus, seeking a service for a Freelancer Marketplace, classified under the software package and information systems industry. The process is currently in the planning stage, with an engagement end date set for 10th January 2022. The service is to be delivered in the South West region of the United Kingdom. An early engagement notice was published on 20th December 2021, outlining the specifications and inviting potential bidders to submit relevant information which will inform the final design and tender stage.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in providing freelance marketplace services, particularly those specialising in software development and digital marketing. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would be well-suited to compete, especially those capable of offering tailored account management, bespoke project management tools, and efficient hiring solutions. By participating in this procurement process, businesses can align with the innovative ecosystem being fostered at Launchpad and potentially secure contracts that contribute to the growth of tech-driven market solutions.

## Notice

Launchpad is the only programme of its kind in the UK, blending academic delivery in the form of MSc Entrepreneurship with a traditional venture studio model. Based in a stunning, state-of-the-art building at Falmouth University, Launchpad exists to build an entrepreneurial ecosystem, solve market failures, and forge a new generation of market-driven tech businesses. At Launchpad, we are creating long-term sustainable impact through high tech companies led by high performance teams. The Specification in Brief We are looking for a freelance marketplace service that offers the following: Specification: * Access to a global marketplace of freelancers, specifically talented software developers and digital marketers, available to hire for both small- and large-scale projects * Dedicated account management and customer support team * Inbuild project management and collaborative tools * Tailored support for Launchpad programme and individual projects * Net 30 invoicing terms * In-house vetting procedure to shorten hire time * Custom reporting options The potential bidders need to provide full pricing and features list based on the information in this request and this will then feed into the final design and tender stage.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/34bd317d-2e62-44a1-9be4-7237d9e9c359 |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Dec 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 10 Jan 2022 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | FALMOUTH EXETER PLUS |
| Locality | PENRYN |
| Post town | Truro |
| Postcode | TR10 9FE |
| 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 | Constantine, Mabe & Mawnan |
| Westminster constituency | Camborne and Redruth |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 20 Dec 2021 at 12:45 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/34bd317d-2e62-44a1-9be4-7237d9e9c359

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/34bd317d-2e62-44a1-9be4-7237d9e9c359
  20th December 2021 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d60d1536-0e8a-4b1c-b1ec-672706975e2c

## Notice URLs

- http://www.falmouth.ac.uk

## Provenance

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