Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c7c-2e27-7091-afa3-e006ab21529f/external-coaching-framework closedGBrestricted procedureSuitable for SMEs # External Coaching Framework [Durham University](https://tendernation.io/buyers/durham-university) Estimated value £180,000 Published 26 Aug 2020 Deadline Closed 23 Sept 2024 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Sets up a framework Winning a place does not guarantee work: contracts are awarded later as call-offs, and the list usually stays closed for years. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](/opportunities/for-small-businesses)## About this tender Durham University intends to implement a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) to deliver External Coaching requirements to both senior academic and senior support staff. The tender will follow the restricted procedure under the Public Procurement Regulations 2015 (PCR 2015). The DPS will run for a period of four (4) year initially with the option to extend for a further 1+1 year(s). The framework will be structured in the following way: - Lot 1Academic Coaching - Lot 2Professional Services Coaching - Lot 3Team or Group Coaching - Lot 4Specialist Coaching There are no restrictions in Supplier(s) applying for multiple Lots, if they feel they have the appropriate experience and qualifications. Based on historical data, the estimated spend on external coaching services over a four (4) year period is £180,000. The University does not guarantee any level of business however, under this agreement. The initial close date on this notice is to establish the DPS framework. The DPS will reopen, and remain open, to receive further submissions from interested Supplier(s) until the close date: 23/09/2024 Additional information: Timescales: Minimum time limit for receipt of requests to participate shall be thirty (30) calendar days from the date of which the contract notice is sent. No further time limits for receipt of requests to participate shall apply. Evaluation of Supplier responses will take place as follows: Ten (10) working days from receipt of submission; Fifteen (15) working days in individual cases where justified, in particular because of the need to examine additional documentation or to otherwise verify whether the selection criteria are met. All communications in the context of a dynamic purchasing system shall only be made by electronic means. Further information on the coaching framework content, please contact either Sophie Sowerby or Claire Hunter on . Further information on the procurement process, please contact Steven Carter on Read full description ## CPV classification Coaching services Source Contracts Finder (UK) · Notice b65705b4-b202-4def-9cad-5c67e677b5a8 [View official notice ](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/b65705b4-b202-4def-9cad-5c67e677b5a8) 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. [Track tenders free ](/register) [Buyer profileDurham University: past awards and live tenders](https://tendernation.io/buyers/durham-university)[SectorMore Business services tenders](https://tendernation.io/sectors/business-services) ## More tenders like this [Invitation to Tender- For the provision of viability evidence and assessment of the West Suffolk Local Plan and the introduction of a CIL charging schedule. 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