--- title: "Application form to be included on a preferred list of Providers to provide Bid Development / Bid Writing Coaching Support" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-b43a3c3c-77ff-44af-8907-f08f7f8ba6bf" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b43a3c3c-77ff-44af-8907-f08f7f8ba6bf" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b43a3c3c-77ff-44af-8907-f08f7f8ba6bf.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b43a3c3c-77ff-44af-8907-f08f7f8ba6bf.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2021-06-02" --- # Application form to be included on a preferred list of Providers to provide Bid Development / Bid Writing Coaching Support Buyer: NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b43a3c3c-77ff-44af-8907-f08f7f8ba6bf [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b43a3c3c-77ff-44af-8907-f08f7f8ba6bf) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b43a3c3c-77ff-44af-8907-f08f7f8ba6bf.json) ## Summary The Norfolk County Council is seeking applications for inclusion on a preferred list of providers for Bid Development and Bid Writing Coaching Support. This procurement is categorised under business services and is primarily located in the East of England. The tender will be conducted through an open procedure, with the application deadline set for 5pm on 31st July 2021. Selected providers will offer bid writing support to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) at a fixed rate of £50 per hour, with contracts to commence from 1st August 2021 through to 26th November 2022. This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in consulting, coaching, and bid support to expand their clientele. Companies that focus on supporting SMEs in the bidding process, particularly those with experience in writing competitive proposals, will find themselves well-placed to compete for inclusion in the preferred providers list. This initiative not only aims to enhance the capabilities of SMEs in the bidding arena but also serves as a platform for providers to secure ongoing work in the public sector. ## Notice Norfolk County Council wishes to procure bid writing support and bid writing coaches to SMEs. Our exact requirements are detailed in the documents. At this stage we are inviting Providers 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 PS50 per hour for all work on this project. We will offer contracts with individual providers as required. There is no guarantee of any work or contracts being placed with you even if you are selected to join the preferred list. The application form and terms and conditions are attached for you to complete and return to econdev@norfolk.gov.uk. We have reopened this list for new applications until 5pm 31st July 2021, however, please note that the project is looking to appoint its first cohort of coaches in time for the project launch late in November. Please note we have extended the closing date for this opportunity. Additional information: the dates in the document are incorrect as we have extended the closing date. Please complete the form and submit as soon as you are ready to. This will be assessed and if successful you will be notified. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c55e020e-dfaf-4432-9c8c-6eb239fc3c69 | | 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 | 2 Jun 2021 | | Submission deadline | 31 Jul 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Jul 2021 - 26 Nov 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,750 | | 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 - 2 Jun 2021 at 12:43 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c55e020e-dfaf-4432-9c8c-6eb239fc3c69 - 5 Mar 2021 at 09:40 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c55e020e-dfaf-4432-9c8c-6eb239fc3c69 - 6 Oct 2020 at 13:29 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c55e020e-dfaf-4432-9c8c-6eb239fc3c69 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c55e020e-dfaf-4432-9c8c-6eb239fc3c69 2nd June 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/76d29ac8-d133-467d-849d-865ba341bae0 Application form and information - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f1c9b17d-2669-4eec-bab1-5993198e1a59 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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