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Ofwat Innovation Fund Evaluation Support

WATER SERVICES REGULATION AUTHORITY

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26 Apr 2022 at 13:08

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Ofwat Innovation Fund Evaluation Support" was conducted by the Water Services Regulation Authority, focusing on general management consultancy services. This tender is part of an open procurement method, aimed at evaluating the impacts of the Innovation Fund within the water and wastewater sector in England and Wales. The contract period commenced on 17 January 2022 and concluded on 31 March 2022, with the tender period wrapping up on 4 January 2022. The project was estimated at £33,750, and the delivery addresses included regions in West Midlands and London.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs), that have expertise in management consultancy and evaluation services within the water sector. Companies focused on innovation assessments, data analysis, and stakeholder engagement would be well-positioned to compete in similar future tenders. By participating in these types of evaluations, businesses can enhance their market presence and contribute to advancements in the water services industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Ofwat Innovation Fund Evaluation Support

Notice Description

The Supplier will undertake additional work in support of this evaluation (Phase 1) to: * establish a baseline looking at the level of innovation in the water and wastewater companies in England and Wales prior to the implementation of the Fund * establish a baseline for the wider supply chain to the water sector * identify any gaps in the proposed evaluation approach and planned data collection to provide assurance that we are collecting the appropriate data to enable us to undertake a full evaluation of the impacts of the Innovation Fund. * undertake a desktop review of existing reports and data about innovation in the water sector * review the theory of change, process evaluation and impact framework provided by Nesta * undertake engagement with key stakeholders, including the water companies in England and Wales, trade bodies and the wider supply chain (facilitated by Ofwat) * work closely with Ofwat and its delivery partner Nesta, including Arup and Isle Utilities who are supporting Nesta. Additional information: For further information, please contact procurement@ofwat.gov.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-30910bb7-6aef-42c3-8060-e9ada036be27
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4728a05d-697d-4c4f-81d6-f3cc2e073c0a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79411000 - General management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£33,750 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£33,750 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Apr 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Jan 20224 years ago
Contract Period
17 Jan 2022 - 31 Mar 2022 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
WATER SERVICES REGULATION AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
mailbox@ofwat.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B5 4UA
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), TLI London
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CENTRE FOR STRATEGY & EVALUATION SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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