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DFID 8178 Invest Africa Contract Award

DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for International Development has completed the procurement process for the contract titled "DFID 8178 Invest Africa Contract Award." This contract, classified under foreign economic-aid-related services, aims to facilitate economic transformation in Africa by increasing foreign direct investment (FDI) in manufacturing, ultimately creating jobs and promoting productivity. The contract period spans from 4th September 2019 to 3rd September 2026, with the procurement method being selective, through a competitive procedure with negotiation. The relevant documents and updates can be found on the DFID Supplier Portal, and registration for suppliers is encouraged.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses that focus on foreign economic aid services, particularly those involved in manufacturing, technology, and workforce development. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are especially well-positioned to compete given their adaptability and innovative approaches. The potential for long-term engagement in a project aimed at improving economic stability in Africa could lead to substantial growth for successful bidders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DFID 8178 Invest Africa Contract Award

Notice Description

Invest Africa aims to contribute towards the economic transformation needed in Africa to create more and better jobs and to set countries on a trajectory out of poverty . The programme will support increased foreign direct investment (FDI) into manufacturing which in turn will boost productivity by introducing new technology and management capabilities, increase the capabilities of the workforce and diffuse these improvements into the wider economy. The aim of Invest Africa is to generate formal employment, which in turn creates social stability. 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/

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0ce5e5c0-0ab5-4ad4-9574-45e343400bab
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive procedure with negotiation (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£70,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jan 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Mar 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Sep 20196 years ago
Contract Period
3 Sep 2019 - 3 Sep 2026 Over 5 years
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
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MCKINSEY AND COMPANY INC. UNITED KINGDOM

Further Information

Notice Documents

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