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Prior Information Notice - Provision of Training & Development in Research Management for Researchers and Managers in Sub-Saharan Africa

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Southampton is issuing a Prior Information Notice for the provision of Training and Development in Research Management for Researchers and Managers in Sub-Saharan Africa. This initiative is part of the Global Challenges Research Fund’s programme aimed at enhancing research capability in developing countries, specifically focusing on water and food security in Kenya, Malawi, and Ghana. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with submissions due by 12:00 noon local time on 23rd February 2018. The total value of the contract ranges between £300,000 and £400,000 and follows an open procurement method.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in training and development, particularly in research management and innovation within African contexts. Businesses specialising in educational services, environmental training, and project management are particularly well-suited to compete for this contract, as they can contribute to the aims of this research capacity-building programme while potentially benefiting from long-term collaborative opportunities in the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Prior Information Notice - Provision of Training & Development in Research Management for Researchers and Managers in Sub-Saharan Africa

Notice Description

The Global Challenges Research Fund (GCRF) Research Councils UK (RCUK) Collective Fund's "Growing Research Capability to Meet the Challenges Faced by Developing Countries" programme is 'one of the most ambitious international research programmes created; with PS225 million being invested across 37 interdisciplinary projects' to address a range of world problems. The GCRF supports strategic programmes that aim to grow research capability which meets the challenges faced by developing countries. The University of Southampton was awarded funding for a programme encompassing a range of activities including capacity and capability strengthening, partnership building and research. The programme, 'Building REsearch Capacity for sustainable water and food security in drylands of sub-Saharan Africa (BRECcIA) is proud to be part of this innovative research cohort. The overall aim of BRECcIA is to develop research capacity and strengthen existing research capabilities in three sub-Saharan countries (Kenya, Malawi, and Ghana) in the related areas of water and food security. Working in close collaboration with the BRECcIA team, the partnering organisation will be critical to achieving the key elements of capability and capacity building aims of the grant; with the specific focus on assessment and capacity building in the area of research and innovation management. * Activities affected by procurement: Work package 3 is critical to the aims of the GCRF and spans all aspects of the BRECcIA programme including: research staff (from early career to Principal Investigator); key stakeholders in the field of water and food security; information flows between project partners; and future developments including policy formation, sustainable regional/community responses to water and food issues, and a specialised network of researchers and practitioners, as well as a research development framework for other institutions and programmes to use. * Definition of research and innovation management: Research management in this context does not include the technical skills of academics participating in the project i.e. research methods or the researcher development or generic management/leadership skills-set, rather it refers to the management of research more broadly, including: a) bidding for funding b) research budget/grant and project management aspects c) research integrity and ethics (responsible research innovation) d) the commercialisation of research e) The structural support (including planning, strategic and operational structures) required within institutions and departments to deliver excellent research management, innovation, commercialisation of research as well as facilitating the delivery of research outcomes. Additional information: Potential bidders with the genuine capability, demonstrable experience in provision of Training and Development in Research Management for Researchers and Managers in African regions and the capacity to meet the requirements set out in this PIN should confirm their interest by downloading, completing and uploading the Questionnaire via the University's tendering portal https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsouthampton. If you are not already registered as a supplier with the In-Tend Portal, you will need to register your company before accessing the PIN stage. Once registered you will need to express and interest in the project, further details will then become available. To submit your interest on the In-Tend portal 1. Log In 2. My Tenders 3. View PIN details. 4. Browse and upload your return (or Zip File) 5. Once response document is uploaded and displayed in the - My Documents for Return - use - Submit My Return. Please note, to preserve the integrity of the procedure, all queries must be made via In-Tend. We look forward to receiving your response. The Closing Time and Date for receipt of submission is 12:00 noon local time on 23rd February 2018. Please be aware that the system will automatically reject any late submissions. The responses to this PIN will be used to inform our decision making. There will be no prejudice to any future procurement procedure by participation in this PIN. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3a1c32b3-4b16-4d04-8e8c-2cc744dde83d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4086b7f2-f757-4121-a60b-947321c07003
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

80500000 - Training services

80510000 - Specialist training services

80521000 - Training programme services

80540000 - Environmental training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Feb 20188 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Feb 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 2018 - 30 Sep 2021 3-4 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
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HAMPSHIRE
Postcode
SO17 1BJ
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ32 Southampton
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Southampton
Electoral Ward
Portswood
Westminster Constituency
Southampton Test

Further Information

Notice Documents

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