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The Western Balkans Science Engagement Programme - The Youth-led COVID-19 Resilience Survey

BRITISH COUNCIL(THE)

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05 May 2021 at 10:39

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02 Nov 2020 at 09:51

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The British Council is seeking a reputable service provider for the Western Balkans Science Engagement Programme, focusing on the Youth-led COVID-19 Resilience Survey. The procurement process is currently in the Award stage, having concluded the tender period on 23 November 2020. The contract is valued at £79,500 and spans from 1 December 2020 to 15 February 2021, with the main industry category being research and development services. The project aims to promote scientific evidence within the region, addressing themes such as health, education, and gender.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in qualitative and quantitative research, particularly those with experience in the Western Balkans. Companies that are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and possess a strong research portfolio will be well-suited to compete for this contract. The chosen supplier will have the chance to contribute significantly to the response to the COVID-19 pandemic in the region, aiding in building capacity among young researchers and policymakers.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The Western Balkans Science Engagement Programme - The Youth-led COVID-19 Resilience Survey

Notice Description

The Science for Resilience Pilot Programme is a six months pilot programme that aims to contribute to resilience of states, communities and citizens across the Western Balkans to COVID-19 pandemic and its adverse impacts, by using and promoting science and scientific evidence. The programme thematic focus is around COVID-19 pandemic and its adverse impacts, and it crosscuts different sectors and themes, such as environment, health, education, gender, etc. Primary project beneficiaries are young female and male researchers, students and activists, while the secondary are policymakers, donors' representatives, and NGOs leaders across the Western Balkan region. The British Council is looking to appoint a reputable service provider, who will conduct the third phase of the research, with the following qualities: * Strong qualitative and quantitative research portfolio, evidenced by previous projects; * Expertise in conducting interviews evidenced by previous research projects and consultancy; * Strong dedicated team with suitable research experience and qualifications; * Ability to cover all Western Balkan counters (Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia); * Offering good value for money; * Capacity to deliver within the timeframes set out. The programme intends to achieve the following outcomes: * Outcome 1: Young female and male researchers and activists have capacities to use evidence to more effectively engage with policy and public * Outcome 2: Policymakers, donors, NGOs' aware of and influenced by the policy briefs/surveys in their responding to COVID-19 pandemic * Outcome 3: The general public targeted by trained young researchers is more informed by science and scientific evidence in responding to COVID-19 pandemic Additional information: Bidders should register on the British Council's e-Tendering portal In-Tend (https://intendhost.co.uk/britishcouncil/aspx/Home) in order to take part in the tender process. Once registered, bidders must log-in to the website where they can view the project and access the bidders pack and submit their return. Bidders will also be required to demonstrate their capability and 'means of proof' will be required. These conditions are outlined in the RFP.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/96f9bb0d-815e-4ba1-8a8f-f480fcb81152
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£85,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£79,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 May 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Nov 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Dec 20205 years ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2020 - 15 Feb 2021 1-6 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
BRITISH COUNCIL(THE)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2BN
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DEEP DIVE DOO BEOGRAD

Further Information

Notice Documents

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