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title: "DUD - BCI - Introduction to Becoming Self Employed (Sandwell) - AWARD"
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# DUD - BCI - Introduction to Becoming Self Employed (Sandwell) - AWARD

Buyer: DUDLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c75ddd04-d11f-4cac-a383-e5fbea418895

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## Summary

The Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking a supplier for the "DUD - BCI - Introduction to Becoming Self Employed (Sandwell)" course, aimed at providing essential knowledge for individuals considering self-employment. This procurement falls under the education and training services category and is currently in the Award stage, having been awarded on 22nd June 2021 to ROYALE TRAINING LTD for a contract value of £4,280. The contract period extends from 24th May 2021 to 27th May 2022, with the delivery expected to occur either face-to-face or online in the West Midlands, UK. The procurement method employed was a selective, or restricted procedure, designed for efficient supplier engagement.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in training and consultancy services, particularly for those focused on self-employment and entrepreneurship. Companies that align with the defined course content, such as those offering business management consultancy, education, or training services, would be well-suited to compete for similar contracts. Additionally, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) may find this tender particularly relevant, given the emphasis on inclusive service delivery.

## Notice

Introduction to Self-Employment Course, which will be delivered on a 121 basis, or minimal numbers, enabling Black Country Impact (BCI) participants to explore, and become knowledgeable in the following areas: Course Content: o Introductions to Self-Employment o Should I go Self Employed o Is Self-Employment right for me o Pros and cons of self-employment o Barriers to Self-Employment A general overview of the following: o Legal status for your company/ Sole Trader/Limited Company o Tax and benefits /Housing/Tax/Grants/NI o How to plan for success o Objective setting o Introduction to marketing and sales o Start-up funding for your business, Resources and tips o Action planning o Writing a Business Plan/Structure/Vision o Cash-Flow Forecasting/Expenditure o Raising Finance o Creating a Website/ Social Media etc o Hiring Staff o Identifying Customers o Sourcing Products Course Delivery The above course must be delivered on a 121 Basis, or with minimal numbers, either face to face or online.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/84694b61-8394-42bc-aedf-98efae6c37ef |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jun 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 14 May 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Jun 2021 |
| Contract period | 23 May 2021 - 27 May 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £4,280 |
| 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 | DUDLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | WEST MIDLANDS |
| Post town | Dudley |
| Postcode | DY1 1HF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG36 Dudley |
| Local authority | Dudley |
| Electoral ward | St. James's |
| Westminster constituency | Dudley |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ROYALE TRAINING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services
- 79900000 - Miscellaneous business and business-related services
- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 22 Jun 2021 at 11:08 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/84694b61-8394-42bc-aedf-98efae6c37ef

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/84694b61-8394-42bc-aedf-98efae6c37ef
  22nd June 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.dudley.gov.uk

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