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PS23170 - Research project- How to increase the attractiveness of Research, Development and Innovation (RD&I) careers. A Behavioural Science approach

BEIS

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) has awarded a research project titled "PS23170 - How to increase the attractiveness of Research, Development and Innovation (RD&I) careers" to Behavioural Insights Limited. The project aims to identify evidence-based approaches to boost the R&D Workforce. The procurement process was conducted under RM6126 - Research & Insights DPS using a selective procurement method. The contract value has been increased to £89,840, and the contract period is from July 21, 2023, to April 1, 2024. The buying organisation is BEIS, located in Swindon, England.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses, especially those providing research and development services or related consultancy services, to compete for a significant government contract. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise organizations (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to participate. The project's scope focuses on enhancing the R&D Workforce, making it suitable for businesses with expertise in behavioural science and workforce development. By engaging in this tender, businesses can contribute to shaping policies and practices in the research and innovation sector, potentially leading to further growth and collaboration opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PS23170 - Research project- How to increase the attractiveness of Research, Development and Innovation (RD&I) careers. A Behavioural Science approach

Notice Description

***Modification of the Contract*** Contract Variation PS23170 001 has increased the total contract value by PS2,218.75 excluding VAT. ***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a mini competition under the RM6126 - Research & Insights DPS Brief Description of Requirement The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) are looking to undertake a research project to identify evidence-based approaches to increasing the R&D Workforce.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-41c1cd22-bf06-4aeb-8f8a-b5053a8f4bb4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/96c6264a-2053-4acd-909b-afe597c18088
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£92,058 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£92,058 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Sep 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Jun 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Jul 20232 years ago
Contract Period
20 Jul 2023 - 1 Apr 2024 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
BEIS
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
professional.services@uksbs.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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
Not specified
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BEHAVIOURAL INSIGHTS

Further Information

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