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UKRI - 3747 Evaluation of the UKRI Research Infrastructure for Conservation and Heritage Science (RICHeS) project

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION

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Summary of the contracting process

The UK Research & Innovation is seeking a supplier for the evaluation of the UKRI Research Infrastructure for Conservation and Heritage Science (RICHeS) project. The tender, titled "UKRI - 3747 Evaluation of the UKRI RICHeS project," falls under the industry category of research and development services. The procurement stage is currently active, with a tender period ending on 18th March 2024. The contract period is scheduled to start on 30th April 2024 and end on 29th April 2026. This open procurement process aims to conduct an impact and process evaluation, providing opportunities for SMEs to participate.

This tender issued by UK Research & Innovation presents an opportunity for businesses within the research and development services sector to engage in the evaluation of the RICHeS project. Companies specializing in consultancy services and impact evaluation are well-suited to compete in this open procedure. With a contract value of £1,000,000 GBP, SMEs and other economic operators can leverage this opportunity for business growth. The evaluation framework outlined in the tender provides a roadmap for rigorous evaluation and ongoing learning, benefitting the conservation and heritage science community.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKRI - 3747 Evaluation of the UKRI Research Infrastructure for Conservation and Heritage Science (RICHeS) project

Notice Description

Text to be corrected in the original notice: Place of text to be modified: Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate Instead of: 18 March 2024 Time: 14:00 Read New: 03 April 2024 Time: 14:00 Place of text to be modified: Conditions for opening of tenders Instead of: 18 March 2024 Time: 14:00 Read New: 03 April 2024 Time: 14:00 Other 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. The Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) is seeking an supplier to undertake an impact and process evaluation of the Research Infrastructure for Conservation and Heritage Science (RICHeS) programme. The objective of this tender is to conduct a comprehensive and rigorous evaluation of the RICHeS programme impact on the conservation and heritage science community. The evaluation will consist of three main components an: Evaluation Framework, Process Evaluation and Impact Evaluation which includes a Baseline Report). The Evaluation Framework aims to establish a roadmap for effectively executing the RICHeS evaluation. It will outline the methodology, key milestones and communication strategies. This framework will accommodate the scale and duration of the RICHeS programme, providing opportunities for ongoing learning, review and reflection.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bcff8e30-e9d5-4a31-af2a-fc671a2589ec
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Mar 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Mar 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Apr 2024 - 29 Apr 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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