--- title: "Framework contract opportunity: specialist workshop leaders" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e2e82e49-6410-46bf-9095-3ead11be9174" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e2e82e49-6410-46bf-9095-3ead11be9174" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e2e82e49-6410-46bf-9095-3ead11be9174.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e2e82e49-6410-46bf-9095-3ead11be9174.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CREATIVE QUARTER NOTTINGHAM LIMITED" published: "2017-06-12" --- # Framework contract opportunity: specialist workshop leaders Buyer: CREATIVE QUARTER NOTTINGHAM LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e2e82e49-6410-46bf-9095-3ead11be9174 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e2e82e49-6410-46bf-9095-3ead11be9174) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e2e82e49-6410-46bf-9095-3ead11be9174.json) ## Summary The Creative Quarter Nottingham Limited is initiating a framework contract opportunity for specialist workshop leaders as part of The Big House programme. This procurement is classified under training services and aims to enhance the Creative and Digital Industries in the East Midlands, specifically both Derby and Nottingham areas. The tender period is set to close on 5th July 2017, with contract delivery commencing from 17th July 2017 and lasting until 30th September 2019. The procurement method adopted is an open procedure, seeking contributions from both small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs). This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses specialising in the Creative and Digital Industries, including fields such as music, design, marketing, and digital technology. By joining the proposed framework, businesses can contribute their expertise to facilitate workshops for start-up and established entrepreneurs throughout the Open Doors events. This engagement not only allows for regular booking opportunities but also supports the growth of over 500 businesses within the region, aligning with the objectives of The Big House programme to develop the local economy and create jobs. ## Notice Framework specialist workshop leader contract for The Big House programme for workshop leaders and experts who will be able to provide facilitation for participants of the Open Doors events programme. Events will be at a range of venues across Derbys/Notts area, aimed at start-up, early stage and established businesses and entrepreneurs. What we're looking for - * We would like to hear from specialist workshop leaders (an individual or a business) who are interested in joining a framework which will be used for awarding contracts throughout the Open Doors/The Big House programme, 2017 - 2019. * The framework will allow us to book workshop leaders on a regular basis. This process will be implemented in line with ERDF guidelines. * We are looking for workshop leaders and experts who will be able to provide specialist facilitation for participants of the Open Doors events programme. * Participants will be start-up, early stage and established businesses and entrepreneurs. * We are specifically interested in specialists in the Creative and Digital Industries which includes work in music, design, marketing, performing arts, visual arts, craft, photography, film and video, broadcasting, digital and tech, architecture and publishing. The Big House is a 3-year, PS5 million tailored support programme for the Creative and Digital Industries (CDI) sector in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, Derby and Derbyshire. The programme is part-funded by a PS2.5 million contribution from the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) and from the Creative Local Growth Fund programme, funded by Arts Council England. The aim of The Big House is to help creative and digital businesses to grow and to support the creation of new jobs. Support on offer includes one-to-one advice, coaching, grants, peer-to-peer learning and business engagement events. The programme aims to support over 500 businesses with over PS350,000 of grant funding, matched by private investment. CQ is one of The Big House delivery partners, along with the University of Derby, Nottingham Trent University - The Hive, New Art Exchange, Derby Theatre, Derby QUAD and NBV Enterprise Solutions. The Creative Quarter's element of The Big House is called Open Doors and offers an information, engagement and communications hub focused on CDI businesses and activity, across the D2N2 area (D2N2 is the local enterprise partnership for Derby, Derbyshire, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire). Open Doors is delivering the following elements of The Big House: * A range of support, including one-to-one intensive business coaching * Peer-to-peer learning and networking opportunities * Market place and trade fair events * Wide ranging business engagement events with creative, digital and technology experts ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4923f5d7-9abf-4905-9e0b-97b2dc0cfc38 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 12 Jun 2017 | | Submission deadline | 5 Jul 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 16 Jul 2017 - 30 Sep 2019 | | 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 | CREATIVE QUARTER NOTTINGHAM LIMITED | | Locality | NOTTINGHAM | | Post town | Nottingham | | Postcode | NG1 1DW | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire | | ITL 3 | TLF14 Nottingham | | Local authority | Nottingham | | Electoral ward | St. Ann's | | Westminster constituency | Nottingham East | | Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 80500000 - Training services ## Release History - 12 Jun 2017 at 10:42 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4923f5d7-9abf-4905-9e0b-97b2dc0cfc38 - 12 Jun 2017 at 10:26 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4923f5d7-9abf-4905-9e0b-97b2dc0cfc38 - 31 May 2017 at 18:28 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4923f5d7-9abf-4905-9e0b-97b2dc0cfc38 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4923f5d7-9abf-4905-9e0b-97b2dc0cfc38 12th June 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/48daf22e-eedc-402e-ab35-2c70bf4a528e Framework Document for Workshop Leaders - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3273023f-74f5-46cd-8268-6e7faa9dcbbd - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/300bada5-dbab-4df0-8d01-1b73491b37c5 ## Notice URLs - http://www.creativequarter.com ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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