Summary of the contracting process

Arts Council England is inviting tenders for a research study titled "GB-Manchester: ACE 566 ITT - Research into Developing Disabled Leadership in the Midlands." This tender is focused on the arts and culture sector within the Midlands, aiming to understand and address structural barriers faced by disabled leaders. The procurement is currently at the Tender stage, with bids closing on 28 August 2024. The project will commence on 14 October 2024 and conclude on 28 February 2025. Classified under "Evaluation consultancy services" (CPV code: 79419000), this open procedure is seeking a contractor who can deliver an in-depth research report on the subject. The contract value ranges between £25,000 and £50,000 GBP, and the scope includes comprehensive research and presentation of findings.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses, particularly small or medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), to contribute to a significant social research project that can enhance their portfolio and demonstrate their impact in the community. Organisations with expertise in evaluation consultancy, particularly those with lived experience of access barriers and disability, are well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this project could facilitate business growth by opening pathways to similar future opportunities and establishing a reputation for supporting disability leadership initiatives in the arts and culture sector.

Tender

GB-Manchester: ACE 566 ITT - Research into Developing Disabled Leadership in the Midlands

ARTS COUNCIL ENGLAND

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

23rd July 2024 15:25:04 PM

Tender Deadline

28th August 2024 09:00:00 AM Expired
Contract Summary

ACE 566 ITT - Research into Developing Disabled Leadership in the Midlands ACE are seeking a Contractor to deliver a research study and report or presentation of outcomes into disabled leadership in the arts and culture sector, within the Midlands area. Arts Council England are interested to hear from bidders with lived experience of access barriers and being disabled. This research project is required to progress towards a more equitable investment in organisations in the Midlands area and ensure leadership is more representative and diverse. The Contractor will be required to conduct in-depth research into disabled leadership in the Midlands that will provide the Arts Council with an up-to-date and comprehensive understanding of structural barriers and future cross-sector opportunities. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-b5fd17-001e900c-94d4-4961-a4a7-b5ad6f62fc95

Publication Source

Contracts Finder

Procurement Stage

Tender

Procurement Method

Open

Procurement Method Details

Open Procedure

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

SME VCSE

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

79419000

CPV Division(s)

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
Awarding Authority

ARTS COUNCIL ENGLAND

Buyer Name

Procurement Services

Buyer Email

procurement.services@artscouncil.org.uk

Buyer Phone

01619344317

Buyer Address

The Hive, 49 Lever Street

Manchester

M1 1FN

UK

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GB-Manchester: ACE 566 ITT - Research into Developing Disabled Leadership in the Midlands

ARTS COUNCIL ENGLAND

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