--- title: "Opportunity to Market" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-bf4066b5-0749-4b43-8781-57cdcc98514e" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-bf4066b5-0749-4b43-8781-57cdcc98514e" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-bf4066b5-0749-4b43-8781-57cdcc98514e.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-bf4066b5-0749-4b43-8781-57cdcc98514e.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SOUTHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL" published: "2021-03-11" --- # Opportunity to Market Buyer: SOUTHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bf4066b5-0749-4b43-8781-57cdcc98514e [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-bf4066b5-0749-4b43-8781-57cdcc98514e) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-bf4066b5-0749-4b43-8781-57cdcc98514e.json) ## Summary Southampton City Council is inviting proposals for a procurement titled "Opportunity to Market," aimed at developing and commercialising an 'opportunity marketplace' that connects local businesses and individuals to various opportunities. This procurement is categorised under services, specifically focusing on telecommunications equipment and supplies, and is currently in the tender stage. Interested parties must submit their bids by 7th April 2021, and the contract is scheduled to commence on 26th April 2021, lasting until 31st March 2022. The tender process follows an open procedure, which is applicable below the threshold for formal tendering. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those involved in technology development, sales or marketing software, and market research services. Local SMEs (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises) are especially encouraged to participate, bringing innovative solutions that can enhance the project's objectives. Companies proficient in telecommunications and marketing consultancy may find this tender aligns with their capabilities, making it an excellent opportunity for growth and visibility within the procurement landscape. ## Notice Southampton City Council is currently undertaking a procurement entitled Opportunity Market Place. The project seeks a service provider that can develop, test, deliver, scale out and commercialise an 'opportunity marketplace' (OMP) that will connect Southampton's people/businesses to opportunities. This project is a key strand within the Future of Work (FoW) programme developed by Southampton City Council (SCC) and fundamental to our economic recovery and growth ambitions. For Technical assistance please either consult the Curtis Fitch Support Site (http://www.curtisfitch.com/support/suppliers) which contains user guides and tips for submitting your quotation, or the Curtis Fitch helpdesk can be contacted on 01242 530 900 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/959ff807-836b-47cb-95e3-c062b73e62e4 | | 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 | 11 Mar 2021 | | Submission deadline | 7 Apr 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 25 Apr 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 | | 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 | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SOUTHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL | | Locality | SOUTHAMPTON | | Post town | Southampton | | Postcode | SO14 7LY | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight | | ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton | | Local authority | Southampton | | Electoral ward | Bargate | | Westminster constituency | Southampton Itchen | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 32500000 - Telecommunications equipment and supplies - 72212481 - Sales or marketing software development services - 73300000 - Design and execution of research and development - 79310000 - Market research services - 79340000 - Advertising and marketing services - 79413000 - Marketing management consultancy services ## Release History - 11 Mar 2021 at 09:59 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/959ff807-836b-47cb-95e3-c062b73e62e4 - 11 Mar 2021 at 09:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/959ff807-836b-47cb-95e3-c062b73e62e4 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/959ff807-836b-47cb-95e3-c062b73e62e4 11th March 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8b06acbb-4eb6-41d7-89dd-69d2ed3d4cb2 ## Notice URLs - http://www.curtisfitch.com/support/suppliers - https://supplysouthampton.esourcingportal.com/pre_register.cfm ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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