South Gloucestershire Council · Awarded contract
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Award of Universal Business Support (UBS) Consultancy to Cool Ventures Limited by South Gloucestershire Council

Awarded 18 Oct 2020

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Awarded18 Oct 2020
Value£201,000.00
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryConsultancy & Legal
Ended 3y 7mo ago2y 5mo term
Awarded 18 Oct 2020Expired 30 Mar 2023

South Gloucestershire Council awarded a contract to Cool Ventures Limited for the Universal Business Support (UBS) Consultancy, valued at £201,000.

The contract was established in response to the economic impact of the Coronavirus outbreak, with the Council focusing on supporting local businesses through its Universal Business Support Programme.

The programme aims to help businesses get the support they need, adapt and recover, and adjust to a new economic landscape.

The experienced business support provider or consortium will help businesses based in South Gloucestershire achieve their aspirations and contribute towards the area's economic prosperity.

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