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RFQ - Brussels-based support for the Northamptonshire International Unit

LGSS Published 18 Nov 2016 Contracts Finder

key details

Value£25,000
Statuscomplete
Category (CPV) 75130000 +2 more
RegionEast Midlands
Deadline14 Jun 2016
Contract start30 Jun 2016
Contract end31 Mar 2018
Procedureopen
SME suitableYes
OCIDocds-b5fd17-ace32ff7-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b

Award

SupplierValueDateStatus
Asterion Europe Limited £25,000 14 Aug 2016 active

description

Quotations are invited for the provision of a Brussels based support function to support the activities of the new Northamptonshire International Unit which has been established by Northamptonshire County Council and the University of Northampton.

The aim of the Northamptonshire International Unit (NIU) is to establish Northamptonshire as a European and Global centre of excellence in ‘place-based’ commissioning, delivery and learning and ‘smart city’ development. It is also aligns with the County Council’s move to a ‘Next Generation Council’ and University’s Changemaker challenges as part of the 2015-2020 Strategic Plan.

The specific objectives of the Unit are to:

Secure funding to deliver key strategic priorities of the two partner organisations
Explore innovative commissioning and delivery of place-based services
Attract new research and innovation-based opportunities
Develop and maintain a shared research platform and capacity
Learn from and share best practice
Align resources and planning on research and innovation activities
Deliver added value

We are seeking the provision of Brussels based support to help deliver the objectives of the NIU. Specifically responses to this proposal should demonstrate how they will:

-Strengthen the presence of Northamptonshire in Brussels – to include direct contact with MEPs , EC relevant European networks and agencies
-Provide tailored communications to the NIU team on European funding calls and identify and prioritise along with NIU the target funding areas
-Undertake Partner searches and attend and organise brokerage events for partners
-Provide technical support on bid writing – this will involve supporting and contributing to the content of proposals where UoN or NCC are partners
-Be proactive in promoting Northamptonshire - specifically in relation to the focus of the NIU
-Support the broader objectives and work plan of the NIU

For a copy of the full RFQ document, including background, specification, timetable and instructions for applicants - along with terms and conditions - please email: hmiller@northamptonshire.gov.uk

The deadline for quotation responses is 5pm on Tuesday 14th June 2016.

Additional information: Please note: The project has a maximum budget of up to £25,000 per annum (to be agreed) exclusive of VAT. This budget must include all travel / subsistence and expenses. Please indicate in your response hourly and/or daily rates as applicable.

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