Business Support and Expert Help Services 2025–2029
North Lanarkshire Council (the “Council”) in partnership with South Lanarkshire Council (SLC) (and collectively known as the “Councils”) are seeking to appoint a range of skilled business Contractors across a variety of disciplines to deliver business support and expert help services for Lanarkshire based SME’s. The Framework Agreement for Business Support and Expert Help Services 2025 – 2029 shall allow Lanarkshire based SMEs to receive: - between one (1) and five (5) days “Expert Help Support”; - access to variou...
Buyer
North Lanarkshire Council
Value
£1,400,000
Published
2 Apr 2025
Closes
5 Nov 2024
Procurement details
Source
Find a Tender
Region
UKM84
Procurement method
Open
Category
Services
Contract starts
Not provided
Contract ends
Not provided
CPV classifications
79400000
Business and management consultancy and related services
66170000
Financial consultancy, financial transaction processing and clearing-house services
79412000
Financial management consultancy services
66171000
Financial consultancy services
79410000
Business and management consultancy services
79411000
General management consultancy services
79420000
Management-related services
79900000
Miscellaneous business and business-related services
Lots
Lot 1 Financial Management
£160,000
The Financial Management Lot will provide support across a range of areas focussed on the efficient and effective management of business funds. It is anticipated that support will help to equip businesses with the financial skills and knowledge to meet their objectives. Examples of some topics that could be offered under Financial Management are: -Support on...
Delivery: UKM84
Lot 2 Business Growth and Development
£250,000
The Business Growth and Development Lot will provide support to help Service Users assess their business, identify areas of improvement, and support the formulation of a plan to help the business reach their strategic goals and objectives. It is anticipated that it will offer support to help the development of new processes, products and/or services to affec...
Delivery: UKM84
Lot 3 Human Resources, Leadership and Skills
£80,000
The Human Resources, Leadership and Skills Lot will provide a range of support on human resource matters, leadership, and management. It is anticipated that it will help to provide advice on existing human resource policies and requirements, identification of skills and training needs, support leadership development processes and equip businesses with the to...
Delivery: UKM84
Lot 4 Procurement
£250,000
The Procurement Lot will provide a range of support to help businesses navigate the procurement procedure. Examples of some topics that could be offered under Procurement are: -Bid / Tender support; -Specification writing; -Public procurement regulations; -Private sector procurement approaches; -Social value, sustainability, and Fair Work First; -Contract Su...
Delivery: UKM84
Lot 5 Marketing
£280,000
The Marketing Lot will provide support to help businesses to undertake market research and formulate a plan to support the business in promoting and selling their products and/or services with a view to increasing sales. Examples of some topics that could be covered under Marketing are: -Market analysis and identification of key customers; -Support to develo...
Delivery: UKM84
Lot 6 Information and Digital Technology
£280,000
The Information and Digital Technology Lot will provide support for digital projects, building skills and capabilities that increase digital knowledge and help businesses to reach their business goals and objectives. Examples of topics that could be offered under Information and Digital Technology are: -Analysis of the Digital Capabilities of a business and...
Delivery: UKM84
Lot 7 Energy Efficiencies and Net Zero
£50,000
The Energy Efficiency and Net Zero Lot will support businesses to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions. Examples of topics that could be covered under this Lot are: -Energy Audits and action plans, including recommendations on Control and Efficiencies; -Low Energy / Sustainable Production Processes; -Waste Management; -Reviews and Planning; and -Net Zero Ca...
Delivery: UKM84
Lot 8 New Market Opportunities and Internationalisation
£50,000
The New Market Opportunities and Internationalisation Lot will support businesses to access new geographic markets, including overseas markets, supporting the opportunity to reach a wider customer base and increase sales. Examples of topics that could be covered under this Lot are: -Support for Exporting (outwith the UK); -Market Analysis and Development; -S...
Delivery: UKM84
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