---
title: "UKSPF Innovation Advisory Service"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0505f9"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0505f9.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER COUNCIL"
published: "2025-04-23"
---

# UKSPF Innovation Advisory Service

Buyer: CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0505f9

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Cheshire West and Chester Council focuses on the delivery of an Innovation Advisory Service under the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF). The council, identified as a sub-central public authority, aims to support local businesses through advisory services structured within this tender. Specifically, the successful procurement resulted in the awarding of a contract to Manchester Metropolitan University Business School to act as the service provider. This award pertains to the delivery and management of a programme of activities across the Cheshire West and Chester borough, commencing on 23 April 2025 and concluding on 31 March 2026, with potential for a one-year extension dependent on further governmental funding. Classified under Research and Development Consultancy Services, the contract, valued at £60,000, was procured using a limited methodology below the threshold, indicating limited competition.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for business growth, particularly for enterprises involved in consultancy services, business advising, or regional development. The focus on innovation and advisory services can stimulate collaboration, enabling businesses to broaden their outreach and enhance their expertise in supporting local economies. Companies familiar with handling public sector contracts and capable of delivering effective business consultancy would be well-suited to participate in similar opportunities. Additionally, the potential for an extension means that businesses adept at securing additional funding and managing long-term projects may find such tenders advantageous for sustained growth and development.

## Notice

Delivery Partner- services -value PS60,000 This procurement relates to the delivery of UKSPF (UK Shared Prosperity Fund) priority Supporting Local Businesses sub-theme Advice and support to businesses. This procurement relates to the sourcing of a delivery partner to set up and manage (although not exclusively) a programme of activities across the borough of Cheshire West and Chester.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016373-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | 22 Apr 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £60,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER COUNCIL |
| Locality | ELLESMERE PORT |
| Post town | Chester |
| Postcode | CH65 0BA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire |
| ITL 3 | TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester |
| Local authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Electoral ward | Central & Grange |
| Westminster constituency | Ellesmere Port and Bromborough |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 23 Apr 2025 at 07:40 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016373-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016373-2025
  23rd April 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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