--- title: "Invitation to quote for the provision of Mentoring Services: 1st & 3rd Party Publishing, Marketing & Portfolio Planning, Content Acquisition, Publishing Processes, Team Development & Partner Management" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d01c5ae8-b22b-47a3-b66b-ba4ad595f3df" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d01c5ae8-b22b-47a3-b66b-ba4ad595f3df" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d01c5ae8-b22b-47a3-b66b-ba4ad595f3df.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d01c5ae8-b22b-47a3-b66b-ba4ad595f3df.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "FALMOUTH EXETER PLUS" published: "2021-08-23" --- # Invitation to quote for the provision of Mentoring Services: 1st & 3rd Party Publishing, Marketing & Portfolio Planning, Content Acquisition, Publishing Processes, Team Development & Partner Management Buyer: FALMOUTH EXETER PLUS Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d01c5ae8-b22b-47a3-b66b-ba4ad595f3df [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d01c5ae8-b22b-47a3-b66b-ba4ad595f3df) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d01c5ae8-b22b-47a3-b66b-ba4ad595f3df.json) ## Summary The public procurement process is initiated by Falmouth Exeter Plus, which is seeking quotes for the provision of mentoring services in areas such as publishing, marketing, and portfolio planning for the games industry. This tender, titled "Invitation to quote for the provision of Mentoring Services," is currently active and is classified under development consultancy services. Key dates include the dispatch of the Invitation to Quote (ITQ) on 20th August 2021, with a deadline for ITQ submissions on 7th September 2021. The contract period is expected to commence on 13th September 2021 and last for one year, concluding on 13th September 2022. The procurement method is open, specifically designed for below-threshold contracts, and the delivery location is in the South West of England. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in consultancy and mentoring within the gaming industry. Companies that provide guidance on publishing processes, partner management, and marketing strategies will find this tender particularly relevant. There is a focus on developing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), making this an excellent opportunity for them to enhance their service offerings and expand their networks within the industry. Businesses capable of contributing to team development and providing strategic insights into content acquisition will be well-positioned to compete for this contract. ## Notice Launchpad (Games) is seeking to procure the services of individuals or companies that will be able to provide the following on a team-by-team basis: 1. Team guidance on 1st and 3rd party publishing and partner management 2. Team guidance on the publishing process and orientation of company and content to maximise chances of achieving publishing funding 3. Team guidance on content acquisition, marketing, and portfolio planning 4. Networking and introduction of publishing contacts to Launchpad (Games) and participating teams 5. Mentoring advice to teams towards best practice for team development 6. Ability to offer non-executive director/board advise for incubating companies 7. Network building for Launchpad (Games) within industry to increase the profile of the programme Invitation to quo Additional information: Activity Date Dispatch of ITQ Friday 20th August 2021 Deadline for ITQ clarifications Thursday 2nd September 2021 at 12.00pm Return of ITQ Tuesday 7th September 2021 at 12.00pm Evaluation of ITT and Shortlisting Wednesday 8th September 2021 Notify Bidders of contract award decision Friday 10th September 2021 Contract award (envisaged) As above ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0514801a-384a-488f-8a46-b5165ad9f78a | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 23 Aug 2021 | | Submission deadline | 7 Sep 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 12 Sep 2021 - 13 Sep 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £20,000 | | 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 | 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 - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 73220000 - Development consultancy services ## Release History - 23 Aug 2021 at 09:46 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0514801a-384a-488f-8a46-b5165ad9f78a ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0514801a-384a-488f-8a46-b5165ad9f78a 23rd August 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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