Preparing to Export Framework

Concepts

• glasgow
• inverness
• management consultancy
• dumfries
• islands enterprise
• scottish enterprise
• scottish smes
• export
• export framework
• south of scotland enterprise

Location

Scotland:

Description

The purpose of this ITT is to establish a single supplier Framework Agreement appoint to deliver a tri- phase exporting programme [currently known as Prepare to Export (P2E)] consisting of a blended learning approach which incorporates e-learning, virtual workshops and highly tailored 1:1 consultancy support. The overarching objective of the programme is to help Scottish SMEs to commence, or improve, their international sales, as set out below, to the following commissioning agencies: (1) Scottish Enterprise (“SE”); (2) Highlands and Islands Enterprise (“HIE”) and (3) South of Scotland Enterprise (“SOSE”) their respective subsidiaries and associated companies and undertakings (each a “Commissioning Agency” and together the “Commissioning Agencies”). It is anticipated that the Framework Agreement will start on 01 April 2022 for a period of 36 months. After this period, Scottish Enterprise will have the option to extend the Framework Agreement for a further period of 12 months.

Total Quantity or Scope

(1) Scottish Enterprise (“SE”); (2) Highlands and Islands Enterprise (“HIE”) and (3) South of Scotland Enterprise (“SOSE”) their respective subsidiaries and associated companies and undertakings (each a “Commissioning Agency” and together the “Commissioning Agencies”).

Renewal Options

Framework will run for a period of 36 months with the option to extend for 1 period of 12 months.

CPV Codes

• 79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

Indicators

• This is a one-off contract (no recurrence)
• Renewals are available.
• Staff qualifications are relevant.

Other Information

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