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Evaluation of the joint RE and OfS funding competition to improve access and participation for Black, Asian and minority ethnic students in postgraduate research study

OFFICE FOR STUDENTS

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31 May 2021 at 13:10

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement contract, titled "Evaluation of the joint RE and OfS funding competition to improve access and participation for Black, Asian and minority ethnic students in postgraduate research study," was initiated by the Office for Students. This contract falls under the industry category of evaluation consultancy services and is located in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method used was an open procedure, and the contract period is set to commence from 1st June 2021, lasting until 28th February 2026. The tender had a concluded submission date of 18th May 2021, with a contract value of £284,628.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses operating within evaluation consultancy services, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Competing businesses that have expertise in research evaluation, particularly concerning educational frameworks and diversity initiatives, will find this contract appealing. The focus on enhancing participation for Black, Asian, and minority ethnic students positions this tender as a critical avenue for organisations dedicated to social impact and educational equity.

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Notice Title

Evaluation of the joint RE and OfS funding competition to improve access and participation for Black, Asian and minority ethnic students in postgraduate research study

Notice Description

Evaluation of the joint Research England and Office for Students funding competition to improve access and participation for Black, Asian and minority ethnic students in postgraduate research study

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2ffd44de-d071-444a-863f-0570ff58fb3c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/688ac3c7-188d-4591-8828-a11921c476f1
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79419000 - Evaluation consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£284,628 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£284,628 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 May 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 May 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 May 20214 years ago
Contract Period
31 May 2021 - 28 Feb 2026 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OFFICE FOR STUDENTS
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@officeforstudents.org.uk
Contact Phone
+441179317149

Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS34 8SR
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Gifford
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KING'S COLLEGE LONDON

Further Information

Notice Documents

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