Tender

Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Mineral Supply Chains

FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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Tender

20 Jul 2021 at 10:23

Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office is seeking proposals for the contract titled "Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Mineral Supply Chains," classified under research and development services and related consultancy services. This procurement process is currently at the Tender stage, with a submission deadline set for 10th September 2021. The contract period is scheduled to commence on 8th October 2021 and run until 21st March 2022. Interested organisations can deliver services to various locations including the United Kingdom, Europe, and British Overseas Territories.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for consultancy firms and specialists in compliance and enforcement systems, particularly those with expertise in the OECD Due Diligence Guidance for responsible supply chains. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can provide innovative strategies and practical solutions in conflict minerals management would be particularly well-suited to compete, enhancing their portfolio in the public sector and expanding their clientele within the industry.

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Notice Title

Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Mineral Supply Chains

Notice Description

The FCDO is looking for an expert on implementing the OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Supply Chains of Minerals from Conflict-Affected and High-Risk Areas to advise on and design enforcement system for the Conflict Minerals National Competent Authority. Full specification and tender documents can be found on https://fcdo.bravosolution.co.uk/.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8d902b22-147d-48c6-8109-694089a9c792
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jul 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Sep 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
7 Oct 2021 - 21 Mar 2022 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AE
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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