Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c23-9c4d-73d5-9abf-983464c7b36e/invitation-to-tender-for-the-provision-of-consultancy-services closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Invitation to Tender for the Provision of Consultancy Services [Chesterfield Royal Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust](https://tendernation.io/buyers/chesterfield-royal-hospitals-nhs-foundation-trust) Estimated value £60,000 Published 7 Mar 2018 Deadline Closed 9 Apr 2018 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Buyer says suitable for VCSEs The buyer ticked “suitable for voluntary, community and social enterprises” on the notice. - 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 The purpose of this work is to provide a suite of expert services to deliver a series of related tasks that firm-up our plans for an HS2 ready rail station in Chesterfield. The winning tender's process and plan will provide realistic solutions to the challenges presented in creating growth, connectivity and functionality. 1.4 The Authority is using the In-tend e-tendering portal to conduct the procurement process ("the e-Tendering Portal"). The e-Tendering Portal can be accessed [in-tendhost.co.uk/noecpc/aspx/Home](https://in-tendhost.co.uk/noecpc/aspx/Home). All communications (including submission of Tenders) should be carried out via the e-Tendering Portal. How to Express Interest in this Tender: - Register your company on the eSourcing portal (this is only required once) - Browse to the eSourcing Portal: [in-tendhost.co.uk/noecpc](https://in-tendhost.co.uk/noecpc) and click the link to register - Enter your correct business and user details - Note: your username will be the email address you have entered - you will also then shortly receive an email confirmation. - Once registered access the site and from the Home page hover over "Tenders" on the tool bar and select "current tenders" from the drop down options - Express Interest in the tender you are interested in - Select `Express Interest` within the Tender Details ( located at the bottom of the synopsis). On doing so, you will instantly have access to the Tender Management area for that tender. Any available documentation will be available via the various relevant tabs. You can access this area at any point by logging in, navigating to `My Tenders` and selecting `View Details`. - Responding to the tender - There will be a tab allocated to any tender stage (e.g. SQ and/or ITT). Under the `My Tender Return` area, you will be required to complete any mandatory questionnaires and upload any requested documentation. You can now use the `Correspondence` function to communicate with the buyer and seek any clarification (any clarifications will be found within the `Clarifications` tab). - Note the deadline for completion, then follow the onscreen instructions to complete and submit your response. - There may be a mixture of online and offline actions for you to perform (there is detailed online help available). You must then submit your reply using the `Submit Return` button at the bottom of the page. If you require any further assistance please consult the online help, or contact the In-tend Support Desk. Alerts will be sent to your request email addresses when any correspondence, alterations or clarifications are issued. Additional information: [in-tendhost.co.uk/noecpc/aspx/Home](https://in-tendhost.co.uk/noecpc/aspx/Home) How to Express Interest in this Tender: - Register your company on the eSourcing portal (this is only required once) - Browse to the eSourcing Portal: [in-tendhost.co.uk/noecpc](https://in-tendhost.co.uk/noecpc) and click the link to register - Enter your correct business and user details - Note: your username will be the email address you have entered - you will also then shortly receive an email confirmation. - Once registered access the site and from the Home page hover over "Tenders" on the tool bar and select "current tenders" from the drop down options - Express Interest in the tender you are interested in - Select `Express Interest` within the Tender Details ( located at the bottom of the synopsis). On doing so, you will instantly have access to the Tender Management area for that tender. Any available documentation will be available via the various relevant tabs. You can access this area at any point by logging in, navigating to `My Tenders` and selecting `View Details`. - Responding to the tender - There will be a tab allocated to any tender stage (e.g. SQ and/or ITT). Under the `My Tender Return` area, you will be required to complete any mandatory questionnaires and upload any requested documentation. You can now use the `Correspondence` function to communicate with the buyer and seek any clarification (any clarifications will be found within the `Clarifications` tab). - Note the deadline for completion, then follow the onscreen instructions to complete and submit your response. - There may be a mixture of online and offline actions for you to perform (there is detailed online help available). You must then submit your reply using the `Submit Return` button at the bottom of the page. If you require any further assistance please consult the online help, or contact the In-tend Support Desk. Alerts will be sent to your request email addresses when any correspondence, alterations or clarifications are issued. Read full description ## CPV classification Research and development consultancy services Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/59c19c0c-e46c-4176-b504-573d5d9dce25) 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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