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WHAT IS SCLO'S PRICING STRUCTURE?
SCLO works on a case by case basis. Ultimately, what we charge you will be determined for what is required for a specific piece of work.
That may be a short project, a longer project, one day, two days, a month, two months or even a couple of hours. We have a range of different pricing and we will tailor that bespoke pricing to what you want for your end result.
WHAT SECTORS DO YOU WORK IN?
SCLO’s history has been within the training, work-based learning and apprenticeship sectors. However, the ability to tender goes across a variety of different sectors and those bidding processes remain the same. In our short time of trading, we have also supported corporate training, printing, distribution and even coffee-manufacturing conglomerates!
Read about my work with that coffee-manufacturing conglomerate - Douwe Egberts - here: https://www.scloconsulting.co.uk/single-post/Diversification-eye-opening
CAN YOU CHOOSE A VARIETY OF SERVICES OR ARE THERE SET PACKAGES?
SCLO offer a bespoke package for each customer. If you wanted help bid-writing, that’s great. If you wanted someone to manage the entire process, we can do that too. We can help with individual elements or, the whole lot can be bundled together. For example, if you wanted a service where processes are set up, writing is completed, processes are managed, your team is trained and your future steps mapped out, we can do all of that for you.
Read more about how we can help your tender process with design and support from SCLO: https://www.scloconsulting.co.uk/tender-process-design-and-support
IS THERE A GEOGRAPHICAL LIMIT TO YOUR SERVICES?
No. Systems are very much online in the modern age and with mobile technologies, we have unlimited geographical coverage and can work with anyone in the country. We currently work all across the UK and hopefully into Europe in the future too.
Delivering workshops for the NHS around the country illustrated SCLO's willingness to travel anywhere to share knowledge and best practice. Read that story here: https://www.scloconsulting.co.uk/single-post/Delivering-workshops-NHS-thrill
HOW CAN SCLO HELP MY BUSINESS BE SUCCESSFUL WITH A REGISTER OF APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING PROVIDERS (ROATP) APPLICATION?
When you are invited to apply to RoATP SCLO can aid your application in many ways.
Understanding the requirements: SCLO can help you understand the requirements of the RoATP application, including the criteria, evidence needed and timelines. This will ensure that your application meets the necessary standards and, crucially, is completed before the deadline.
Preparation and planning: SCLO can help you prepare and plan your RoATP application, including identifying areas of strength and weakness, as well as creating a plan to address any gaps in your application.
Documentation and evidence: SCLO can help you gather and organise the required documentation and evidence for your application. We can review your documents and evidence to ensure it meets the necessary standards.
Writing support: SCLO can support with the written responses to ensure that all question elements are responded to in a comprehensive way.
Quality assurance: SCLO can conduct a quality assurance review of your application to ensure that it is complete, accurate, and meets the necessary standards required.
Our expertise and support throughout the RoATP application process can increase your chances of success and help you to secure the funding you need to grow your business.
* Read more about the RoATP support that SCLO can offer
HOW CAN SCLO HELP MY BUSINESS BE SUCCESSFUL WITH TENDERS?
SCLO support your development of a tender in many ways…
Understanding the requirements: SCLO can help you understand the requirements of the contract, including the eligibility criteria, application process, and timelines. This will ensure that your tender meets the necessary standards and is completed on time.
Preparation and planning: SCLO can help you prepare and plan your tender by identifying areas of strength and weakness and working towards putting your best package forward.
Documentation and evidence: SCLO can help you gather and organise the required documents and evidence for your bid to make sure that it reaches the standards required.
Writing support: SCLO can support with the written responses to ensure that all question elements are responded to in a comprehensive way.
Quality assurance: SCLO can conduct a quality assurance review of your application to ensure that it is complete, accurate, and meets the contract funding requirements.
* Find out more details on how we can help your business
WHY ARE SCLO'S CPD WEBINARS USEFUL?
Accessible and Convenient: SCLO webinars are accessible and convenient and they can be attended from anywhere with an internet connection. They take place during work hours, so no extra time is needed.
Cost-Effective: Many of SCLO’s webinars are available at a low cost through membership of industry organisations like AELP. This provides a cost-effective way to gain knowledge and skills compared to traditional in-person training or conferences.
Expert knowledge: Our webinars are presented by MD Steve O’Hare who can provide a level of experience, knowledge and insight that may not be available elsewhere. Webinars provide the opportunity to interact with Steve and ask questions, allowing participants to gain further understanding and clarification on the topic.
Personalisation: SCLO webinars are tailored to specific subjects that are relevant to attendees’ particular field of work/expertise. They offer delegates specialised training without the need to travel.
Overall, SCLO webinars are a useful tool for individuals looking to develop their skills and knowledge on a certain subject in a cost-effective, accessible and convenient way.
* Find out more about how our webinars can benefit you and your company
YOU HAVE DONE PRESENTATIONS FOR THE EMCC, ERSA AND AELP, ARE YOU AFFILIATED WITH ANY BODY?
I am honoured to be involved with all of these industry bodies, however SCLO is a fully independent company. This means we are not tied to anyone. We can, and will, work with a diverse range of organisations.
See the details of one of those presentations here: https://www.scloconsulting.co.uk/single-post/Effective-tendering-tips-EMCC
I WORK FOR AN ORGANISATION THAT HAS JUST STARTED TENDERING FOR WORK. HOW CAN SCLO HELP US TO SUCCEED?
SCLO has a range of solutions which can support organisations tender for work. These vary from market identification, full bid management, external review and advice on how to improve further. See our full range of services here: https://www.scloconsulting.co.uk/services
HOW DO WE FIND OUT ABOUT WHAT SCLO CAN OFFER OUR COMPANY?
That's easy. Just pick up the phone and give us a ring. https://www.scloconsulting.co.uk/contact