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UK_2020_Policy_Research On Soft Power In An Age of Competition

BRITISH COUNCIL(THE)

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

23 Jun 2021 at 11:05

Tender

20 Nov 2020 at 15:37

Summary of the contracting process

The British Council is seeking to commission research titled "UK_2020_Policy_Research On Soft Power In An Age of Competition" focused on the role of international cultural engagement in fostering dialogue during international tensions. This procurement is classified under Business and management consultancy services and is located in London, England. The tender was published on 20 November 2020, and the tender period ended on 11 December 2020. The procurement was conducted via a single tender action, which is under the direct procurement method, and an award was made on 20 December 2020, valued at £99,324, with the contract running from 25 January 2021 to 26 April 2021.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses engaged in consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in cultural relations, international relations, and policy analysis. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can demonstrate relevant experience and innovative approaches would be well-suited to participate in similar future opportunities. Companies capable of conducting qualitative research and capable of producing insightful recommendations for strategic planning in cultural contexts will find ample opportunities to collaborate with the British Council and expand their business impact.

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Notice Title

UK_2020_Policy_Research On Soft Power In An Age of Competition

Notice Description

We are commissioning new research on international cultural engagement's role in maintaining dialogue and cooperation amid international tensions. The aim of the research is to enable the British Council to understand, explain and assess the role cultural relations plays in this context, develop recommendations that can inform the British Council in its strategy, programme design and the allocation of resources, and provide thought leadership to other cultural relations practitioners and UK policymakers involved in international relations. The project involves a desk review, qualitative component with case studies and engagement activities. Additional information: To express an interest and access the tender documents please click on the link https://in-tendhost.co.uk/britishcouncil If you have not already registered on In-Tend, you will need to do so before you can express an interest and access the documents.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-631f5ef9-aaab-4ced-99ff-078f911dd2b3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/99cee43d-47bc-488e-80b6-96da5d462b2d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79410000 - Business and management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£99,324 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jun 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Dec 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Dec 20205 years ago
Contract Period
25 Jan 2021 - 26 Apr 2021 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRITISH COUNCIL(THE)
Contact Name
Brian D'Mello
Contact Email
brian.dmello@britishcouncil.org
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

M&C SAATCHI WORLD SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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