Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c1d-6a58-72f0-a02b-dd7f4f719f66/workshops-to-support-business-growth-competitiveness-profitability closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Workshops to support business growth, competitiveness & profitability [Cumbria Chamber Of Commerce](https://tendernation.io/buyers/cumbria-chamber-of-commerce) Estimated value £10,000 to £20,000 Published 26 Jun 2018 Deadline Closed 13 Jul 2018 ## 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 ### Background and aims We have a need to procure a pool of providers to deliver tactical workshops to Cumbrian SMEs as part of intensive business support programmes aimed at enhancing their growth, competitiveness and profitability. We are looking, within the pool, for specific topics and for providers to facilitate and present half and full day workshops across Cumbria in line with client needs and interests. Proposals are welcome from individuals and from organisations. ### Specific requirements Subject specific workshops, tailored to suit the needs of Cumbrian SMEs, to be offered as part of intensive support to: • ERDF eligible businesses (in essence most B2B SMEs) through the ERDF Growth Hub project • Non ERDF eligible businesses through the Growth Hub provision funded by local authorities (primarily retail, consumer services, agriculture, visitor economy and nuclear) ### Topics • Data protection • Food photography and/or styling • Speech/presentation writing • Budget management • Negotiation skills • Coaching/Mentoring • Creative problem solving • Analytical/strategic thinking • Broadcast media training • Document control (specifically for Supply Chain) • Exploring whether international trade is right for the business • Networking • Online reputation • Optimising websites for lead generation • Social media content • Cyber security essentials • Appraisals/performance management • Contract management • Influencing/motivating • Introduction to company accounts • First line management • Preparing quality plans • Evaluation and developing quality assurance systems • Risk/resilience management • Change management • Business analytics • Business writing • Delegation skills • Employee engagement • Writing SOPs • Senior management skills • Women in leadership Note: there are also opportunities to work with the Chamber on its commercial offer, Chamber Business Solutions, which we may approach you separately about. You will be required to: • Design and deliver your workshop(s) and any supporting materials, branded in line with Chamber/Growth Hub, ERDF and other funder requirements, to be delivered in suitable venues anywhere in the county • Ensure clients participating in the workshops fully and correctly complete all relevant project paperwork • Work with the Growth Hub to generate interest in attending the workshops and engage businesses in signing up to support • Ensure a highly professional service which meets the needs of participants and partners and contributes to the projects' overall targets. Topics, locations and timings will be in line with identified client needs and interests. Venue and refreshment costs will normally be arranged and paid for by the Growth Hub. If your proposal includes venue and refreshments please make this clear and explain your reasoning. ### Content of submission Your submission should cover as a minimum: • Title, brief description, outline of content and any target audience of the workshop(s) being offered, rationale, proposed o Read full description ## CPV classification Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/1668c121-8873-42e4-b7fd-8cd48aa4e170) 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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