Business Engagement and Support Services

Tender description

<p>Thanet District Council is seeking to procure a specialist contractor to provide engagement and support services for Thanet&rsquo;s businesses to help businesses build resilience and recover from the pandemic.&nbsp;<br />&nbsp;</p> <p>The contractor will need to provide targeted support for local businesses, helping them to navigate Covid-19 restrictions, advice and guidance, and access support that is available to them, with a particular focus on high footfall areas such as high streets, town centres and seafronts.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>The contractor will work closely with the wider Regeneration, Tourism and Communications teams as well as Community colleagues to ensure there is joint working and reducing duplication. They will also work closely with external stakeholders and other tier authorities providing support to businesses including the Chamber and Growth Hub.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>The Contract is anticipated to commence on 25 May 2022 until 31 October 2023.</p> <p>&nbsp;<br />Important Information: All procurement documents are attached to this notice and available for suppliers to download and complete according to instructions contained.</p> <p><br />The procurement process will be undertaken on the basis of formal quotations. Evaluation will be on the basis of criteria and methodology as set out in the Invitation to Quote document.&nbsp;<br />&nbsp;</p> <p>Any clarifications or questions must be submitted via the Message area of the Kent Business Portal by no later than 14.00hrs on 12 May 2022.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Completed quotation documents must be submitted electronically via the Kent Business Portal by no later than 14.00hrs on 18 May 2022.</p> Keywords: Business Engagement, Business Growth, Regeneration, Covid-19 Recovery, Business Support, Local Businesses