Tender

Ethnic Minority Research

BRITISH COUNCIL(THE)

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Tender

03 Oct 2019 at 15:23

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The British Council is seeking submissions for the "Ethnic Minority Research" tender, aimed at enhancing the representation of minority ethnic staff within the organisation. This procurement is classified under research services and social research services, with a focus on delivering actionable insights. The tender period closes on 28 October 2019, with the contract set to commence on 25 November 2019 and last until 25 February 2020. The services will be delivered across various locations, including the United Kingdom and overseas territories, as part of a limited procurement process involving competitive quotations.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for consultancy firms, particularly those specialising in social research and diversity initiatives. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate. The successful bidder will be tasked with producing a costed action plan aimed at delivering meaningful changes within the organisation, making this an ideal opportunity for businesses looking to expand their portfolio in public sector research and consultancy services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Ethnic Minority Research

Notice Description

The research consultancy is being commissioned in order to provide evidence and an action plan (costed) with prioritised recommendations for the Cultural Engagement SBU to increase the representation of minority ethnic staff at all levels and to address issues of representation and organisational culture which impact negatively on staff. Please register an account on our procurement portal: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/britishcouncil/aspx/Home Once you have done so you will be able to locate this opportunity under the Tenders/ Current drop down at the top of the screen, please express an interest and you will then be able to download the tender documents. The tender documents include all the information you will require. Additional information: Please register an account on our procurement portal: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/britishcouncil/aspx/Home Once you have done so you will be able to locate this opportunity under the Tenders/ Current drop down at the top of the screen, please express an interest and you will then be able to download the tender documents. The tender documents include all the information you will require.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/026f4ce7-2300-4002-a687-befaf26c744b
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

79315000 - Social research services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Oct 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Oct 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
25 Nov 2019 - 25 Feb 2020 1-6 months
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
BRITISH COUNCIL(THE)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
| MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 6BB
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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