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SUMMARY:Preparing for Your Public Sector Tender Journey - Southend Business Customers Only
DESCRIPTION:OverviewThis workshop is designed for micro and small businesses looking to take their first steps into public sector tendering. If you’re aiming to win lower-value tenders and requests for quotations (RFQs) but feel overwhelmed by procurement jargon\, this session will help you build confidence and clarity. \nWhat You’ll Learn \n\nHow to access public sector opportunities\nUnderstanding procurement thresholds and routes to market\nAssessing your business’s readiness to supply\nResponding effectively to technical questions in tenders\n\nOutcomes \n\nA clear understanding of procurement basics\nKnowledge of essential documents and policies\nConfidence in answering tender questions\nA practical action plan to improve your tender readiness\n\nDeliveryThis workshop is hosted by Launchpad Southend and delivered by BIZphit LLP. It is fully funded by Southend-on-Sea City Council and Rochford District Council. \nYou do not need to attend all 4 workshops in the series but parts 2-4 will guide your business through every part of the tendering process. Future workshops as follows: \nWorkshop 2: Tender Fitness Review & Development – 31st Oct 2025 \nWorkshop 3: Demystifying Tender Responses & Using AI Effectively – 28th Nov 2025 \nWorkshop 4: AI in Tendering – Practical\, Compliant & Competitive Use – 23rd Jan 2026
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/preparing-for-your-public-sector-tender-journey-southend-business-customers-only/
LOCATION:Launchpad Southend\, Launchpad Airport Business Park\, Rochford\, SS4 1YH
CATEGORIES:Learning and development
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SUMMARY:Network at the Iconic Roots Hall – Home of Southend United FC
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a unique networking opportunity in the Blues Legends Lounge at Roots Hall Stadium\, the historic home of Southend United Football Club. This special event brings together professionals\, entrepreneurs\, and business leaders from across Essex for an engaging afternoon of conversation\, connection\, and insight. \nSouthend United\, known as The Shrimpers\, was founded in 1906 and proudly reflects the area’s rich maritime heritage. The club’s crest includes symbols of the sea\, a football\, and the seaxes of Essex. Since 1955\, Roots Hall has been the club’s home ground and remains the largest football stadium in Essex\, with a capacity of over 10\,500. \nGuests will hear from Justin Rees\, Chairman of Southend United\, who will share insights into the club’s vision\, current direction\, and future aspirations. \nThis is a fantastic opportunity to grow your network in a unique and inspiring setting. Book your place today and be part of an afternoon designed to inform\, connect\, and inspire. \nDate:  Thursday 2 October 4pm – 6pm\nVenue:  Southend United Football Club\, Roots Hall\, Victoria Avenue\, Southend-on-Sea\, Essex\, SS2 6NQ\nCost to attend:  Members £30.00 + VAT Non Members £50 + VAT\nOnly TWO attendees per Company \nAgenda: Subject to change\n4.00pm  – Registration\, refreshments & networking\n4.45pm  – Welcome from Essex Chambers\n4.50pm – Welcome from Justin Rees\, Chairman\n5.20pm – Networking & refreshments\n6.00pm – Event Ends
URL:https://www.launchpadsouthend.co.uk/event/network-at-the-iconic-roots-hall-home-of-southend-united-fc/
LOCATION:Roots Hall\, Victoria Avenue\, Southend On Sea\, Essex\, SS2 6NQ
CATEGORIES:Networking
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