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Race Equalities Taskforce Baseline Report

WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY

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27 Sep 2021 at 12:57

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Summary of the contracting process

The West Midlands Combined Authority is currently undertaking a tender process for the "Race Equalities Taskforce Baseline Report," which falls under the equal opportunities consultancy services sector. The procurement, classified as a limited competitive quotation, is aimed at producing an independent report that will inform the initial phases of the Race Equalities Taskforce's work. This tender is open for submissions until 25 October 2021, with the contract period commencing on 8 November 2021 and concluding on 31 January 2022. The main location for this project is Birmingham in the West Midlands, England, and it has a budget of £40,000.

This procurement presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in consultancy services related to equal opportunities and social research. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to compete, as the authority is encouraging participation from these sectors. Businesses that can effectively analyse social and economic outcomes related to race, as well as existing initiatives addressing race disparities, will find this tender aligns well with their expertise and could lead to significant engagement with local authorities and community partners.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Race Equalities Taskforce Baseline Report

Notice Description

The West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) is seeking to commission an external partner to research and produce an independent baseline report for the new regional Race Equalities Taskforce. The supplier will research and produce an independent baseline report to inform the initial stages of the Race Equalities Taskforce's work and help to identify key priorities. The baseline report will outline the links between race and different social and economic outcomes for people living in the West Midlands. It will also map existing activity to tackle race disparities in the region, to ensure the Taskforce adds value to work being led by local authorities and partners. Interested parties should refer to the information contained at the end of this notice which explains the procedure for submitting bids. Additional information: To express an interest in this opportunity, please register on https://wmca.bravosolution.co.uk and express an interest in: Project 483: Race Equalities Taskforce - Baseline Report ITT_986: Race Equalities Taskforce - Baseline Report

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2e2e3b09-0e05-459b-92ef-974200af144e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1e118ad2-e2e7-47a5-b2f1-da205b834dfc
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

98200000 - Equal opportunities consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Oct 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
8 Nov 2021 - 31 Jan 2022 1-6 months
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
WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B19 3SD
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Newtown
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Further Information

Notice Documents

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