Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13bf7-c878-729c-a7a3-9d37458aa151/consultancy-for-independent-and-objective-innovation-strategy-solent-local-ent closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Consultancy for independent and objective Innovation Strategy - Solent Local Enterprise Partnership [Portsmouth City Council](https://tendernation.io/buyers/portsmouth-city-council) Estimated value £15,000 to £20,000 Published 7 Mar 2016 Deadline Closed 24 Mar 2016 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Small contract value Valued under £135,018 including VAT, the lowest Procurement Act threshold for goods and services. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender Solent LED is inviting expressions of interest from suitably qualified and experienced providers to tender for this project. The scope of which will comprise of but may not be limited to commission the development of an independent and objective Innovation Strategy for the Solent LEP area. This is expected to be shaped incrementally, and we are proposing a phased approach. Phase 1, for which this commission relates, will identify the areas smart specialisms that have the greatest potential for commercialisation and generating economic value, in the Solent. The initial contract period will be for the duration of Phase 1, subject to performance and agreement of all parties. The closing date for receipt of your expression of interest is given against the heading entitled - Date documents can be requested until. Additional information: Solent LED is currently in the process of seeking expressions of interest for the following project: Consultancy for independent and objective Innovation Strategy - Solent Local Enterprise Partnership The full details and ability to express an interest will be via our e-sourcing system Intend. This filepath will take you to the relevant area of Intend, [in-tendhost.co.uk](https://in-tendhost.co.uk/portsmouthcc/aspx/Tenders/Current) Once on the page you can either scroll down or use the search function to find the relevant project. Should you have any problems with the above link, please contact us on 023 9268 8235 or email: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No [in-tendhost.co.uk/portsmouthcc/aspx](https://in-tendhost.co.uk/portsmouthcc/aspx/) Read full description ## CPV classification Research and development services and related consultancy services Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/64ee4d55-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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