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CCSN17A21 - Analysis of the cost of drought resilience

CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE

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Summary of the contracting process

The National Infrastructure Commission (NIC) is conducting a procurement process for the tender titled "CCSN17A21 - Analysis of the cost of drought resilience." This project aims to establish an evidence base to assess the costs required for different standards of drought resilience, thereby contributing to policy recommendations for the UK's infrastructure over the next 30 years. The tender is currently at the active stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 9th November 2017. The contract will be delivered in London, with a contract period starting on 20th November 2017 and concluding on 19th April 2018. The procurement process will follow an open procedure and has a total contract value of £50,000, with a minimum value of £40,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in research and consultancy services related to economic and social aspects. Companies that can provide expertise in drought resilience strategies, water resource management interventions, and cost analysis are well-suited to compete. The open nature of this procurement allows small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to participate, promoting a diverse range of solutions and innovations essential for tackling the challenges posed by climate change and water scarcity.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CCSN17A21 - Analysis of the cost of drought resilience

Notice Description

This contract is for the National Infrastructure Commission (NIC), who are looking to award a contract for the purpose of capturing an evidence base and up to date assessment of the cost of delivering different standards of drought resilience. The work will provide evidence for NIC to develop policy recommendations around UK's infrastructure needs over the next 30 years. The project will aim to build a better understanding of the costs of implementing different water resource management interventions. Additional information: How to apply Instructions to Potential Providers: Potential Providers must first be registered on the Crown Commercial Service e-Sourcing Suite in order to respond to the Procurement. If you have not yet registered on the e-Sourcing Suite, this can be done online at https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk by following the link 'Register for CCS e-Sourcing'. Please note that, to register, you must have a valid DUNS number (as provided by Dun and Bradstreet) for the organisation which you are registering, who will be entering into a contract if invited to do so at the Invitation to Tender stage. Potential Providers should note that it could take up to 10 working days to obtain a DUNS number. Full instructions for registration and use of the system can be found at: http://gps.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/i-am-supplier/respond-tender Once you have registered on the e-Sourcing Suite, you will need to express your interest by emailing ExpressionOfInterest@Crowncommercial.gov.uk Your email must clearly state: - name/reference of this procurement - the name of the registered supplier; and - the name and contact details Crown Commercial Service will then process your registration and assign your organisation to the opportunity. The registered user will receive a notification email to alert them once this has been done. It is advised however that Potential Providers register as soon as practically possible in order to receive the Invitation to Tender and have a sufficient amount of time to respond. Crown Commercial Service is not able to offer any extensions to the advertised procurement timetable. For technical assistance on use of the e-Sourcing Suite please contact the Helpdesk: Freephone: 0345 010 3503 Email: supplier@Crowncommercial.gov.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/34e1de73-1ed3-4153-aacf-15a65d594fbf
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

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

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79311400 - Economic research services

79315000 - Social research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Oct 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Nov 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
20 Nov 2017 - 19 Apr 2018 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
CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE
Contact Name
Crown Commercial Service
Contact Email
supplier@crowncommercial.gov.uk
Contact Phone
3450103503

Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 9PP
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
City Centre North
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Further Information

Notice Documents

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