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PF_GACP_Behavioural Science Project

FOREIGN & COMMONWEALTH OFFICE

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03 Feb 2020 at 16:15

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Summary of the contracting process

The FOREIGN & COMMONWEALTH OFFICE is conducting the PF_GACP_Behavioural Science Project, aimed at utilising behavioural science to combat corruption within public procurement. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, with the tender period concluding on 17th February 2020. The project is categorised under research and development services, with a contract period scheduled from 1st April 2020 to 31st July 2020. The total budget for this project is between £130,000 and £160,000, and interested parties are encouraged to submit their bids before the deadline. An information session will be held on 7th February 2020 for potential bidders to clarify details and ask questions.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in research and consultancy, particularly those with expertise in behavioural science and anti-corruption initiatives. Organisations that can effectively research and analyse the nuances of procurement corruption in countries like Mexico, South Africa, Indonesia, and Malaysia would be well-equipped to compete for this contract. Additionally, the project is particularly suitable for voluntary and community sector organisations, fostering collaboration that could enhance their outreach and impact within global governance frameworks.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PF_GACP_Behavioural Science Project

Notice Description

The Prosperity Fund's Global Anti-Corruption Programme is inviting you to submit a bid for phase one - a research project - on using behavioural science for anti-corruption. This work will take place between April and July 2020. The output will be to produce the Statement of Requirements for the implementation of the behavioural science project- phase two. The delivery partner for phase two will be procured through either the Crown Commercial Service Behavioural Insights Framework (RM6004), or the Prosperity Fund Framework Lot 1, in August 2020 with delivery work beginning in October/November 2020. You are also invited to attend an information session at the FCO, where you can put any questions to us, from 10.00-12.00 on Friday the 7th of February, please let us know if you intend to attend. Please submit your bids to kellymarie.satchell@fco.gov.uk by COP (5pm) on Monday 17th February. The grant budget range for the research, production of a comprehensive report, and a Statement of Requirements is between PS130,000- PS160,000. Objectives Objectives of phase 1: research and statement of requirements design 1) Carry out research on corruption in procurement in Mexico, South Africa, Indonesia, and Malaysia in order to identify specific corrupt behaviours in relation to public procurement systems (or contributing behaviours). Include an impact assessment on gender and inclusion. 2) Write a statement of requirements relating to these specific behaviours and how behavioural science could be used to challenge and change them

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1d5934c3-d493-4587-a0ab-0165b9e63f2b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6a4c6e98-2475-48d5-9c77-2f6f2a511b05
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
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
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Feb 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Feb 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2020 - 31 Jul 2020 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FOREIGN & COMMONWEALTH OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AH
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

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