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title: "79Scottish Investment Bank - Corporate Governance Workshops & Exit Readiness Masterclasses Framework"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000557727"
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# 79Scottish Investment Bank - Corporate Governance Workshops & Exit Readiness Masterclasses Framework

Buyer: SCOTTISH ENTERPRISE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000557727

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Scottish Enterprise seeking to establish a framework for Corporate Governance Workshops and Exit Readiness Masterclasses aimed at strengthening business practices among SMEs in Scotland. The tender period concluded on 22nd October 2018, and the overall contract value is £320,000, subdivided into two Lots: Lot 1 for Corporate Governance Workshops and Lot 2 for Exit Readiness Masterclasses. The purchasing method is an open procedure, allowing bids from qualified suppliers to be submitted electronically. The delivery locations include all regions across Scotland, notably the Highlands and Islands Enterprise.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses focused on providing expert training and consultancy services in corporate governance and exit planning for SMEs. Companies with experience in facilitating workshops, financial advice, or corporate training, particularly those that understand the unique challenges faced by start-up and early-stage businesses, will be well-placed to compete. Given the emphasis on quality and experience in the evaluation criteria, organisations that can demonstrate a proven track record in delivering similar services will enhance their chances of success in this procurement process.

## Notice

SE is seeking to establish a Corporate Governance Workshops and Exit Readiness Masterclasses Framework. There will be two separate Lots within the Framework, Lot 1 - Corporate Governance Workshops and Lot 2 - Exit Readiness Masterclasses. Bids will be sought for one or both Lots from suitably qualified and experienced specialists (individuals or firms) to deliver the Workshops and Masterclasses to companies selected by SIB.

### Lot Information

Corporate Governance Workshops

SIB is seeking to run a series of Corporate Governance Workshops for selected start-up and early stage SME's to provide key personnel (management and directors) with training and oversight of good Corporate Governance and Board Reporting practices, as well as an early introduction to planning and preparing for a future exit i.e. to make exit planning an ongoing focus for the board.

Renewal: This contract duration will be 3 years with an option to extend for 12 months. The estimated value detailed includes the 1 year optional extension.

Exit Readiness Masterclasses

SIB is seeking to run a series of four Exit Masterclasses per annum for selected SME's based on their potential to deliver a successful exit over the short to medium term. The Masterclasses will focus on ensuring that the participating companies are fully equipped to appropriately plan for, and ultimately deliver, a successful exit.

Renewal: This contract will be 3 years with an option to extend for 12 months. The estimated value detailed includes the 1 year optional extension.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC339665 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Dec 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Oct 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Nov 2018 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £320,000 |
| Lots value | £320,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £160,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH ENTERPRISE |
| Additional buyers | SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G2 6HQ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | Leith |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh North and Leith |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | CHIENE + TAIT; GEARING FOR GROWTH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services
- 79410000 - Business and management consultancy services
- 79411100 - Business development consultancy services
- 79412000 - Financial management consultancy services

## Release History

- 10 Dec 2018 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC339665
- 19 Sep 2018 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP331791

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP331791&idx=1
  20th September 2018 - P19-0058 ITT for SIB Workshops & Masterclasses
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP331791
  79Scottish Investment Bank - Corporate Governance Workshops & Exit Readiness Masterclasses Framework - SE is seeking to establish a Corporate Governance Workshops and Exit Readiness Masterclasses Framework. There will be two separate Lots within the Framework, Lot 1 - Corporate Governance Workshops and Lot 2 - Exit Readiness Masterclasses. Bids will be sought for one or both Lots from suitably qualified and experienced specialists (individuals or firms) to deliver the Workshops and Masterclasses to companies selected by SIB.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC339665
  79Scottish Investment Bank - Corporate Governance Workshops & Exit Readiness Masterclasses Framework - SE is seeking to establish a Corporate Governance Workshops and Exit Readiness Masterclasses Framework. There will be two separate Lots within the Framework, Lot 1 - Corporate Governance Workshops and Lot 2 - Exit Readiness Masterclasses. Bids will be sought for one or both Lots from suitably qualified and experienced specialists (individuals or firms) to deliver the Workshops and Masterclasses to companies selected by SIB.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.scotland.gov.uk
- http://www.scottish-enterprise.com/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000557727
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html
- https://www.scottish-enterprise.com/help/contact-us

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