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MHCLG; Research into English Language conversation clubs and the role of volunteers - Contract

MINISTRY OF HOUSING, COMMUNITIES & LOCAL GOVERNMENT

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Award

29 Oct 2019 at 15:50

Award Notice
Tender

11 Sep 2019 at 20:07

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government (MHCLG) has awarded a contract titled "Research into English Language conversation clubs and the role of volunteers," focused on social research services. This procurement process was initiated under an open procedure, with a total contract value of £225,000. The contract period commenced on 25th October 2019 and will conclude on 31st March 2020. The procurement was announced publicly on 29th October 2019, following an initial tender period that ended on 27th September 2019. The services are to be delivered across various regions in the United Kingdom, including London and the South East.

This contract presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in social research and education, particularly those with expertise in English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) pedagogy. Companies with experience in developing volunteer programmes and community engagement initiatives would be well-suited to participate. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary and community sector enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to explore these opportunities, as the contract aims to harness the role of volunteers in language learning initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

MHCLG; Research into English Language conversation clubs and the role of volunteers - Contract

Notice Description

This contract has already been awarded and is published for transparency purposes. Contract to establish two strands of complementary products that focus on the utilisation of volunteers to support language learning. 1) The first strand will prototype, test and produce a best-practice model and supporting guide for how to set-up and run "conversation clubs". 2) The second strand will create a range of products that provide advice for individuals and organisations on appropriate roles for volunteers in English language learning as well as support materials for volunteers.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-255b3156-1757-4a0b-b199-0a27966bc122
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/76fb4466-5470-4c7e-9f07-934f0fb7d506
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

79315000 - Social research services

85322000 - Community action programme

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£225,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£225,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Oct 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Sep 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Oct 20196 years ago
Contract Period
24 Oct 2019 - 31 Mar 2020 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF HOUSING, COMMUNITIES & LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NATIONAL LEARNING AND WORK INSTITUTE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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