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UK SBS Professional Doctorates: research to understand demand for and the characteristics of the range of professional doctorates in English higher education

N H S SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LTD

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17 Apr 2018 at 08:50

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18 Nov 2016 at 20:16

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Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Shared Business Services Ltd is seeking tenders for a project titled "UK SBS Professional Doctorates: research to understand demand for and the characteristics of the range of professional doctorates in English higher education." This initiative aims to gather qualitative and quantitative data related to professional doctorates, with a focus on higher education institutions, students, and employers. The procurement process is currently in the Award stage, having been published on 27 February 2015, with contract services expected to run from 30 March 2015 until 10 October 2015. The total value of the contract is £43,333, and the geographical location for delivery is specified as the South West of England, with the procurement method being an open procedure below threshold limits.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in market research, education services, or training solutions, particularly those with experience in higher education studies. SMEs are encouraged to participate, as there is potential for smaller firms to contribute innovative methodologies or insights into the demand for professional doctorates. Participating in this tender could position businesses favourably within the academic sector, allowing them to demonstrate their expertise and expand their client base in educational research and data analysis.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UK SBS Professional Doctorates: research to understand demand for and the characteristics of the range of professional doctorates in English higher education

Notice Description

HEFCE invites tenders to undertake a study to understand the demand for and characteristics of the range of professional doctorates in English higher education. The commissioned research will involve qualitative research with stakeholder representatives as well as samples from three interlinked interest groups: HEIs, students and employers. Researchers will also work with HEFCE to collect and evaluate quantitative data on professional doctorates, to better understand the profile of this diverse group of students at the national level. The primary output will be a written report to HEFCE, though we will work closely with the project team throughout and will require regular updates on progress and findings. Results will feed into the Council's wider, cross-cutting theme on postgraduate funding and will inform our work on vocational and technical skills in HE, and beyond, including providing evidence for the 2015 Spending Review. Additional information: How to apply UK Shared Business Services eSourcing As part of the strategic alliance between UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) and Crown Commercial Service (CCS), UK SBS can use the CCS eSourcing Suite for future procurements. Please register on the eSourcing Suite, this can be done online at https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk by following the link 'Register for CCS eSourcing'. Once you have registered on the eSourcing Suite, a registered user can express an interest for a specific procurement by emailing ExpressionOfInterest@ccs.gsi.gov.uk. Your email must clearly state: the name and reference for the procurement you wish to register for; the name of the registered Bidder; and the name and contact details for the registered individual sending the email. Please note that, to register, you must have a valid DUNS number (as provided by Dun and Bradstreet) for the organisation which you are registering, who will be entering into a contract if invited to do so . For help regarding the application process Tel 0345 010 3503

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a164eb4-f6ee-453d-82c4-836483ac830c
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

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

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

75000000 - Administration, defence and social security services

79300000 - Market and economic research; polling and statistics

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£43,333 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£42,600 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Apr 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Mar 2015Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Mar 201510 years ago
Contract Period
29 Mar 2015 - 10 Oct 2015 6-12 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
N H S SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LTD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FF
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CAREERS RESEARCH AND ADVISORY CENTRE (CRAC) LIMITED(THE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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