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title: "Scaling Up - Business Support - AWARD"
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buyer: "LONDON BOROUGH OF CROYDON"
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# Scaling Up - Business Support - AWARD

Buyer: LONDON BOROUGH OF CROYDON  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-eb9d2a53-951f-4ca2-b867-52d96db4c623

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## Summary

The London Borough of Croydon has completed the procurement process titled "Scaling Up - Business Support - AWARD" under an open procedure within the industry category of Business and Management Consultancy and related services (CPV 79400000). This contract was awarded on 1st August 2024, with the support services commencing from the same date up until 7th March 2025. The aim of the contract is to engage a supplier to provide hybrid business support, combining face-to-face and online formats, to SMEs within the Croydon region. A key component of the programme includes a launch event and bootcamp to attract and support local businesses, alongside 1-2-1 advisory support facilitated by a network of business advisers. This procurement is particularly suitable for SMEs and VCSEs.

This tender offers extensive growth opportunities for businesses, especially those within the consultancy services sector. The winning supplier is expected to play a significant role in helping small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) develop and scale their operations, which can translate to potential long-term partnership opportunities. Businesses that specialise in consultancy, business support, and organisational services would be well-suited to compete in such tenders, especially those proficient in conducting hybrid support programmes combining both digital and in-person engagements. These initiatives not only promise direct revenue streams but also enable businesses to establish a foothold in the local market, fostering community ties and expanding their service portfolio.

## Notice

The Council is seeking to engage a supplier to deliver Business Support on behalf of the London Borough of Croydon. The support should be a hybrid of face to face and online support. The provider should incorporate a launch event to market the programme and attract local businesses. The council would like to see a bootcamp format used to support SME's with the potential to grow. The provider should also support businesses in accessing 1-2-1 support with a network of business advisers.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2af6df2d-162e-4002-b881-a2eaaa8e20a5 |
| Notice type | Award 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 | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Apr 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2024 - 7 Mar 2025 |
| 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 | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LONDON BOROUGH OF CROYDON |
| Locality | CROYDON |
| Post town | Croydon |
| Postcode | CR0 1EA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI6 Outer London - South |
| ITL 3 | TLI62 Croydon |
| Local authority | Croydon |
| Electoral ward | Fairfield |
| Westminster constituency | Croydon West |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HUSTLE+HEELS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 76 - Services related to the oil and gas industry
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 76460000 - Well-support services
- 79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services
- 79410000 - Business and management consultancy services
- 79996000 - Business organisation services

## Release History

- 1 Aug 2024 at 15:37 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2af6df2d-162e-4002-b881-a2eaaa8e20a5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2af6df2d-162e-4002-b881-a2eaaa8e20a5
  1st August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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