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title: "Invitation to Quote to provide Business Advice to micro and SME's under the 'Go Digital' programme"
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# Invitation to Quote to provide Business Advice to micro and SME's under the 'Go Digital' programme

Buyer: NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bacd57d3-3a22-4126-817f-404fbda4efb7

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## Summary

Norfolk County Council is conducting a tender process for the "Invitation to Quote to provide Business Advice to micro and SMEs under the 'Go Digital' programme." This procurement is focused on IT services, specifically consulting and software development, based in the East of England. The tender period concluded on 9th November 2020, with contract commencement set for 13th November 2020 and running until 31st March 2021. The total value of the project is £15,480, and potential suppliers must note that the procurement method is a single tender action, classified as below threshold.

This opportunity presents a significant growth avenue for SMEs and voluntary community sector enterprises with expertise in digital technology consultancy. Businesses proficient in providing tailored business advice to improve digital adoption among small enterprises are well-positioned to succeed in this tender. Selected advisors will be placed on a pre-approved list, making this a valuable entry point for those looking to expand their client portfolios in the public sector.

## 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. To apply please complete the attached Invitation to Quote document. Additional information: Please note - the deadline for clarifications has been extended by 1 week to 3rd November.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9383aafc-3758-4d73-b9d0-c49c55525199 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Dec 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Nov 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Nov 2020 |
| Contract period | 13 Nov 2020 - 31 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £15,480 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £15,480 |
| 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 | 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 11 |
| Supplier names | AVIE NETWORKS; ENVIGO; GREEN DUCK; KINNOVATE; MENTA; ONE BYTE; PEREZ VEGA CONSULTING; QUICKFIRE DIGITAL; THE FORRESTER; THRIVE BUZZ; WHOOP DIGITAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 8 Dec 2020 at 14:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9383aafc-3758-4d73-b9d0-c49c55525199
- 27 Oct 2020 at 10:45 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/298080e4-14a7-4851-a7b8-3c09bcf41496
- 20 Oct 2020 at 07:59 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/298080e4-14a7-4851-a7b8-3c09bcf41496
- 20 Oct 2020 at 07:57 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/298080e4-14a7-4851-a7b8-3c09bcf41496

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9383aafc-3758-4d73-b9d0-c49c55525199
  8th December 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/298080e4-14a7-4851-a7b8-3c09bcf41496
  27th October 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/38432f8f-5700-4519-a8bf-b04da283c53f
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/89df830f-c756-40b4-8438-62a89ce9b046
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8d8ba3cd-4c6f-4ee5-bf45-4f6eb4c01fe6
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/bbb7cf6b-bf57-4669-830a-4551c1a0c49c
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/69afdeb3-de96-47ed-9660-f7539eba6112
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d6660439-5562-43e5-adc3-e8a8d1674039

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