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DFID 8426 International Growth Center Phase 3 Contract Notice

DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for International Development (DFID) is currently seeking suppliers for the management and implementation of Phase 3 of the International Growth Centre (IGC) Programme. This tender, titled "DFID 8426 International Growth Center Phase 3 Contract Notice", falls under the category of foreign economic-aid-related services and has an estimated contract value of £56 million. The tender period is set to conclude on 19th March 2019, while the contract period is scheduled to begin from 19th November 2019 and extend until 18th November 2026. This procurement process follows an open procedure method, facilitating comprehensive participation from interested entities.

This opportunity presents significant potential for business growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) with a focus on providing high-quality research and policy advice. Businesses capable of engaging with policymakers in developing countries and possessing expertise in economic growth, resilience, and research are encouraged to compete. Participation in this tender can enhance visibility and foster partnerships in the international development sector, paving the way for further contracts in economic-aid services.

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Notice Title

DFID 8426 International Growth Center Phase 3 Contract Notice

Notice Description

DFID's Growth and Resilience Department is contracting a supplier for the management and implementation of Phase 3 of the International Growth Centre (IGC) Programme. The IGC was launched in 2008 in response to recommendations from the Growth Commission. The IGC aims to influence policy through high quality, independent and evidence-based policy advice to developing countries. This is delivered through the provision of: a) world-class, policy-relevant research; and b) sustained engagement with policy-makers in developing countries. The current contract (Phase 2) will end in September 2019. Additional information: All relevant information relating to this Contract Notice can be found on the DFID Supplier Portal where suppliers can register their interest directly. If you are not already registered as a supplier on the DFID Supplier Portal please follow the guidance which can be found on the top left of the home page: https://supplierportal.dfid.gov.uk/selfservice/

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/47e05989-bccb-4d89-b544-63be4a21e27f
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services


CPV Codes

75211200 - Foreign economic-aid-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£56,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Feb 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Mar 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Nov 2019 - 18 Nov 2026 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EAST KILBRIDE
Postcode
G75 8EA
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM95 South Lanarkshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
South Lanarkshire
Electoral Ward
East Kilbride West
Westminster Constituency
East Kilbride and Strathaven

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