Planning

Research on Family Hubs and other models of Integrated Service Delivery

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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Planning

06 Nov 2020 at 09:40

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education is initiating a tender process for a research project titled "Research on Family Hubs and other models of Integrated Service Delivery," classified under research and development services. The procurement is currently at the planning stage, with key milestones including a market engagement event scheduled for 19 November 2020, where interested parties can learn more about the project and provide input. The procurement is expected to formally commence in December 2020, with contract awards anticipated by March 2021. The delivery will take place in the United Kingdom, and the engagement end date is set for 20 November 2020.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), to engage in innovative research focused on integrated services for families. Companies with expertise in social research, consultancy services, and integrated service delivery models would be well-positioned to compete. By participating in this procurement process, providers can contribute to shaping the future of family support services while enhancing their market presence and business growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Research on Family Hubs and other models of Integrated Service Delivery

Notice Description

The purpose of this Prior Information Notice (PIN) is to inform the market about a forthcoming market engagement event related to a potential upcoming procurement of Research on Family Hubs and other models of Integrated Services for Families. The 2019 Conservative Manifesto*SEE LINK* to "improve the Troubled Families programme and champion Family Hubs to serve vulnerable families with the intensive, integrated support they need to care for children - from the early years and throughout their lives". The Chancellor of the Exchequer announced PS2.5 million to develop research and best practice around the integration of services for families, including family hubs, and how best to support vulnerable children in Budget 2020*SEE LINK* (para 2.64). The Department will be undertaking an online event at 11:30 on 19 November 2020 for interested parties. The event is anticipated to last approx. 2 hours. The event will give interested parties an understanding of the aims of the procurement and an opportunity to input into the development of research proposals. If you wish to register for to attend the event, please use the link found in the links section entitled: Register to attend market engagement event - 19 November 2020 Procurement is expected to commence in December 2020 with a contract(s) awarded by March 2021. More information on the procurement process will be provided following market engagement activity. This notice is for information only and is not a call for competition. The Department reserves the right not to enter a formal procurement process and not award contracts. Accordingly, the Authority will not be liable for any bid cost, expenditure, work or effort incurred by a provider in acting on the basis of this PIN. Additional information: This notice is for information only and is not a call for competition. The Department reserves the right not to enter a formal procurement process and not award contracts. Accordingly, the Authority will not be liable for any bid cost, expenditure, work or effort incurred by a provider in acting on the basis of this PIN. Future information will be issued to potential providers via the DfE eTendering Portal. Providers can access this system at: https://education.app.jaggaer.com for details of how to register and the terms of free registration. All information included in this notice is indicative and subject to change.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-63bc2b26-2a22-4710-b037-e876e26429f7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f9036a1-9252-480e-a6d5-bd4582b0fb96
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
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
6 Nov 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
20 Nov 2020Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
earlyyears.socialmobility@education.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3BT
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

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