Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c92-74bc-718a-bd1e-cd40b62996c6/pq0350-provision-of-category-management-training-procurement-toolkit-and-oper awarded GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # PQ0350 - Provision of category management training, Procurement toolkit and operating model review - AWARD [Birmingham City Council](https://tendernation.io/buyers/birmingham-city-council) Open field Estimated value Not stated Published 27 May 2022 Deadline Closed 14 Apr 2022 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - 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 Birmingham City Council (the Council) requires a supplier for the provision of category management training, procurement toolkit and operating model review. Investment in the Corporate Procurement Service (CPS) of the Authority, is facilitating the implementation of the new Procurement Target Operating Model that creates opportunities for officers to shape change within their categories; embed improved ways of working with Directorates and work with partners and our supply chains to deliver the priorities of the Council. Through transformation and transition to a category management approach coupled with the efficiencies gained from the implementation of a new back office system for Finance, Procurement and HR, Corporate Procurement will deliver a more effective and consistent service, delivering better results, enhanced governance and a standardised approach. This will ensure opportunities are maximised and exposure to risk can be better understood and utilised. Best in class, tools, education, capacity and Category Management Training is critical to new Procurement delivery model and Birmingham City Council is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced supplier to support on a range of work packages including delivery of a Category Management Training programme tailored to the procurement team's individual and collective needs. This contract will be for a period of 12 months commencing May 2022 until April 2023 with the option to extend for a further 12 months depending on satisfactory performance, requirements and budget availability. The Council will be using its free to use e-tendering system (in-tend) for the administration of this procurement process and potential suppliers must register with the system to be able to express an interest. If you wish to express an interest in this opportunity please click on the following link to access [in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc](https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc/) and submit your details to register. You will then be able to log on which will enable you to download all relevant quotation documentation. If you are unable to register with In-tend or have any questions or problems on how to use this web site please email us at: Your completed quotation submission should be returned by noon on 22nd April 2022 via the 'in-tend' system [in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc](https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc) Read full description ## CPV classification Training simulators Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/586ec8f4-c26a-4c94-918e-be7b6328325b) 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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