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title: "Framework Agreement for Specialist Consultants for the ERDF Funded Business Growth Programme"
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# Framework Agreement for Specialist Consultants for the ERDF Funded Business Growth Programme

Buyer: KNOWSLEY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e9974d79-42bb-49aa-8083-df95199ab20e

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## Summary

Knowsley Council is seeking to establish a Framework Agreement for Specialist Consultants to support the ERDF Funded Business Growth Programme. This initiative aims to assist approximately 160 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Knowsley across eleven specialist areas, including marketing, accounting, IT projects, and HR consultancy. The framework is set for a duration of three years, starting from 1st June 2019, and may be extended by up to 12 months. The procurement is being conducted as an open procedure via 'The Chest', with the deadline for submissions having been on 3rd May 2019.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses operating in consultancy services, particularly those specialising in the aforementioned areas. SMEs with expertise in fields such as marketing, sales, bid writing, and IT consultancy are encouraged to compete, as the procurement will engage various consultants for different lots. While there is no guaranteed work, successful consultants may leverage this contract to expand their client base and enhance their service offerings within the Knowsley area.

## Notice

KMBC is looking to set up a Framework agreement for consultants to assist in the ERDF funded Business Growth Programme. It is anticipated that the programme will benefit around 160 of the SME businesses based in Knowsley. The Framework for consultancy support for the programme is in 11 specialist areas. Consultants can bid for work in one or more specialist areas (lots on this Framework). The lots will be broken down in the following areas of support; * Lot 1 - Marketing and Sales Consultancy * Lot 2 - Tendering and Bid Writing Consultancy * Lot 3 - E-Commerce/Website Consultancy * Lot 4 - Accounting Consultancy * Lot 5 - Quality Assurance Systems Consultancy * Lot 6 - IT Projects Consultancy * Lot 7 - Management Consultancy * Lot 8 - HR Consultancy * Lot 9 - Health and Safety Consultancy * Lot 10 - Digital & Social Media Marketing Support * Lot 11 - Mobile/Digital Applications Consultancy It is expected that around 160 businesses in Knowsley may require some specialist support but the actual demand for each specialist area of the programme is not yet known. Therefore, due to the undeterminable level and nature of specialist support called for there can be no guarantee of any work under this framework, even for successfully appointed consultants. Please note that this opportunity is subject to ERDF funding approval The framework agreement will be for up to 3 years. KMBC may extend the Contract following the Contract Period for further periods of time up to a maximum of 12 months in aggregate. KMBC shall give not less than 28 days written notice of an extension prior to the last day of the Contract period and for further extensions not less than 28 days written notice prior to the last day of the extended Contract The procurement will be conducted via 'The Chest', operated by ProActis, which is the North West portal for tender/business opportunities. All RFQ documentation and correspondence will be issued electronically via this portal. Any interested Bidders must ensure their organisation is registered on "The Chest" in order to access the RFQ documentation. Please use the link below to register for free and you will be able to download the tender documentation when it becomes available and receive alerts for future opportunities within your supplier interest categories; www.the-chest.org.uk If you have any difficulties in registering on "The Chest" then please contact the Due North support team on 0330 005 0352 (08:30 - 17:30) or via ProcontractSuppliers@proactis.com

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0397599d-4454-4abd-b99a-98c2cf522f8f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 May 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 3 May 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 May 2019 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2019 - 31 May 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £90,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £90,000 |
| 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 | KNOWSLEY COUNCIL |
| Locality | HUYTON |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L36 9YU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD71 East Merseyside |
| Local authority | Knowsley |
| Electoral ward | Roby |
| Westminster constituency | Knowsley |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 13 |
| Supplier names | 9 NORTH WEST LIMITED T/A BUSINESS DOCTORS; ADDING VALUE CONSULTANCY; CLEARER THOUGHTS; CONNECT203; IDENT CREATIVE; INNOVAS CONSULTING SOLUTIONS; MATCHBOX ASSOCIATES; MAWQUALITY; MORECROFTS SOLICITORS; PRIVILEGEHR; QUALITY SYSTEMS AND BUSINESS CONSULTANTS; TEMPLEMAN CONSULTANCY; TICK THE PUBLICITY BOX |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

## Release History

- 31 May 2019 at 10:57 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0397599d-4454-4abd-b99a-98c2cf522f8f
- 9 Apr 2019 at 13:40 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ec5ee7ee-8aa6-4bb5-a226-eb3b79930e80

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0397599d-4454-4abd-b99a-98c2cf522f8f
  31st May 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ec5ee7ee-8aa6-4bb5-a226-eb3b79930e80
  9th April 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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