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Evaluation of the Open University HE in FE (validation) project

OFFICE FOR STUDENTS

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10 Oct 2024 at 14:45

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Summary of the contracting process

The Office for Students is inviting tenders for the "Evaluation of the Open University HE in FE (validation) project." This procurement falls under the industry category of Evaluation Consultancy Services (CPV 79419000) and targets the South West region of the United Kingdom. Currently at the Tender stage, the contract's estimated value is £180,000 GBP. Key dates include the tender period ending on 12 November 2024, with the contract period spanning from 6 January 2025 to 31 March 2026. The procurement method is an open procedure, aimed at fostering inclusive competition. The tender is particularly suitable for SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs).

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in evaluation consultancy services to expand their portfolio and forge valuable connections with government stakeholders. SMEs and VCSEs, in particular, can benefit from participating due to the favourable suitability requirements. This project will allow the successful bidder to showcase their expertise in evaluating significant education initiatives, potentially leading to further opportunities in the public sector. Businesses with strong analytical capabilities and experience in educational policy analysis will be well-positioned to compete for this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Evaluation of the Open University HE in FE (validation) project

Notice Description

The evaluation aims to help the OfS and government stakeholders make evidence-informed decisions for future interventions in this policy space and to understand the impact and effectiveness of the OU HE in FE (validation) project.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cc5b67b3-f87b-4e08-a94b-caa8727d24ee
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
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
6 Jan 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-2 years
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
OFFICE FOR STUDENTS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

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