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ITT_129557 - Evaluation of the National Timing Centre R&D Programme (2019-25)

NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY

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Summary of the contracting process

The National Physical Laboratory is seeking to commission a comprehensive end-of-programme evaluation for the National Timing Centre R&D Programme (2019-25). This open procurement process, with a budget ranging from £100,000 to £130,000, focuses on research and development services and related consultancy services. Bidders are invited to submit their tenders by 31st March 2025, with the contract period spanning from 28th April 2025 to 22nd December 2025. The evaluation aims to substantiate the programme's impacts, highlight successes and shortcomings, and provide data for future government spending reviews. The contracting authority is based in Teddington, England, and the delivery of services is expected to cover various locations, including the United Kingdom and Europe.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in research, data analysis, and consultancy services to collaborate on a high-profile government project. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, as the procurement method supports their participation. This contract offers valuable exposure and the potential for future work in related government programmes. It is well-suited for businesses with expertise in synthesising evidence, conducting comprehensive reviews, and providing actionable insights that can influence policy and funding decisions.

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Notice Title

ITT_129557 - Evaluation of the National Timing Centre R&D Programme (2019-25)

Notice Description

Following the completion of the NTC R&D Programme end of March 2025, we want to commission a comprehensive end-of-programme evaluation. The purpose of this evaluation will be: 1) to collate and generate high-quality evidence to substantiate the programme's impacts, i.e., understanding and quantifying the impact (economic and non-economic) that the programme has generated and/or will generate in the future. This will entail synthesis and review of existing evidence, as well as execution of new analyses to fill the remaining gaps; 2) to provide a clear picture of successes, shortcomings, and potential learnings and areas of growth that would inform subsequent programme(s); and 3) to aid evidence submission to future government spending reviews and other requests by DSIT. To express interest in this tender please follow this URL: https://lupc.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.shtml and search for: ITT_129557 - Evaluation of the National Timing Centre R&D Programme (2019-25). Please note you must register (or be registered) on the portal to access the tender documents. The above URL will take you to the landing page where you can register if not already registered.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0c5bd796-b8a0-4d72-837e-ae75ff59c2ba
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a8716dcb-4da1-4c36-add1-aa51e1250ac3
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
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
£130,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
27 Apr 2025 - 22 Dec 2025 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY
Contact Name
Gary Phillips
Contact Email
gary.phillips@npl.co.uk
Contact Phone
0208 943 6731

Buyer Location

Locality
TEDDINGTON
Postcode
TW11 0LW
Post Town
Twickenham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Richmond upon Thames
Electoral Ward
Teddington
Westminster Constituency
Twickenham

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