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title: "Black Country Impact - Retail - AWARD"
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# Black Country Impact - Retail - AWARD

Buyer: BLACK COUNTRY BUSINESS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ed0fdeed-1d07-4753-a9f9-1cc5b77c47bb

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## Summary

The procurement process is conducted by Black Country Business, focusing on the delivery of a retail training programme for eligible 15-29 year olds who are NEET (Not in Employment, Education or Training). The award titled "Black Country Impact - Retail - AWARD" falls under the education and training services category and is located in the West Midlands, UK. The tender period concluded on 10th February 2017, with the contract set to commence on 6th March 2017 and run until 5th September 2017. This open procurement process has resulted in the awarding of the contract to TOPPS Social Enterprise Ltd, as part of an active contract status initiated on 27th February 2017.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in training and education services, particularly those with experience in delivering workshops for young individuals. Companies that focus on effective customer service training, stock management, and workplace safety would be well-suited to compete in future tenders of similar nature. This program aims to enhance the employability of NEET youths, thereby creating a pathway for organisations to engage with local communities while contributing to workforce development in the region.

## Notice

To deliver Introduction to Retail to eligible 15-29 year olds who are not in employment, education or training (NEET). Courses should cover a range of topics such as: Effective customer service and how to handle difficult situations Understand stock control and replenishment of stock The different ways of purchasing and methods of payment Keeping the work area clean, tidy and safe Awareness of health, safety, security and legislation

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dbd5d0d9-9f7c-46a0-974c-df3ee20b4bda |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Feb 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Feb 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Feb 2017 |
| Contract period | 6 Mar 2017 - 5 Sep 2017 |
| 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 | BLACK COUNTRY BUSINESS |
| 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 | TOPPS SOCIAL ENTERPRISE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 27 Feb 2017 at 14:32 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dbd5d0d9-9f7c-46a0-974c-df3ee20b4bda

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dbd5d0d9-9f7c-46a0-974c-df3ee20b4bda
  27th February 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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