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PS21055 - Research into the Impacts of International Regulatory Cooperation Initiatives - RAF072/2021

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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30 Sep 2021 at 08:48

Award

27 Aug 2021 at 08:30

Tender

28 May 2021 at 15:46

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Shared Business Services Limited is conducting a tender process for the contract entitled "PS21055 - Research into the Impacts of International Regulatory Cooperation Initiatives - RAF072/2021". The procurement is categorized under research and development consultancy services, focusing on gathering evidence of the economic impacts generated by International Regulatory Cooperation (IRC) initiatives in the UK. The submission deadline for bids was on Friday, 25th June 2021 at 11:00, with the contract period running from 9th July 2021 to 3rd September 2021. This procurement was executed via an open procedure and is situated in the public sector, specifically in England.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in economic research, consultancy services, and analytical studies. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, given the nature of the project, which seeks to assess and compile case studies related to IRC initiatives. Companies equipped to navigate public sector procurement, especially through digital platforms like the Delta eSourcing Portal, would find this opportunity appealing, potentially enhancing their visibility and engagement with government activities.

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Notice Title

PS21055 - Research into the Impacts of International Regulatory Cooperation Initiatives - RAF072/2021

Notice Description

The final date and time for the submission of bids is Friday, 25th June 2021 at 11:00. DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the Delta eSourcing Portal. Brief Description of Requirement In order to better understand how International Regulatory Cooperation (IRC) can contribute to the government's broader economic agenda, and demonstrate the value of this work to government departments and regulators, the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) are looking to gather evidence on what economic impacts IRC initiatives in the UK have already generated through analysing a series of case studies. Please ensure you review all attached information to ensure a full understanding of this requirement. All attachments can be found with the Document Uploads tab within the Delta eSourcing Portal. This contract will be awarded based on the evaluation criteria as set out in the ITQ document. How to Apply UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) will be using the Delta eSourcing Portal for this procurement. To register on the Delta eSourcing portal please use the link https://www.delta-esourcing.com/ and follow the instructions to register. If you are already registered on the Delta eSourcing Portal and wish to participate in this procurement, please use the link: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/ and the follow the instructions to 'Log in' Once you are logged into the system you will be able to link yourself into this procurement using the Access Code: 9DX3X7DH5R. Additional information: DO NOT APPLY DIRECTLY TO BUYER All submissions will be assessed in accordance with the Public Procurement Regulations that apply to this opportunity. Responses must be received by the date and time in the tender documentation; responses received outside of the deadline or not sent via the Delta eSourcing portal will not be accepted or considered by the Contracting Authority further for this opportunity. Interested organisations should ensure that they allow a sufficiency of time, prior to the deadline to allow all sections to be completed in full and any attachments to be uploaded. As a user of the Delta eSourcing Portal you will have access to the Delta messaging service which facilitates all messages sent to you and from you, as well as other messages and updates in relation to any specific tender event. Please note that any and all information secured outside of the messaging service, shall have no merit or worth and should not be relied upon by any organisation submitting a tender response. Please note it is your organisations responsibility to access these messages on a regular basis to ensure you have sight of all relevant information applicable to this opportunity. The Contracting Authority expressly reserves the right: i. not to award any contract as a result of the procurement process commenced by publication of this notice; and ii. to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the procurement; and under no circumstances as part of your organisations participation in this opportunity, will the Contracting Authority be liable for any costs incurred by any organisation as a result. If the Contracting Authority decides to enter into a contract with any successful organisation(s), this does not mean that there is any guarantee of subsequent contracts being awarded. Any expenditure, work or effort undertaken prior to contract award is accordingly a matter solely for the commercial judgement of your organisation in doing so. About UK Shared Business Services UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) brings a commercial attitude to the public sector; helping our contracting authorities to improve efficiency, generate savings and modernise. Where UK SBS is not named as the Contracting Authority within the documentation, UK SBS will be acting as an agent on behalf of the Contracting Authority. Our broad range of expert services is shared by our customers. This allows our customers the freedom to focus resources on core activities; innovating and transforming their own organisations. For full details of our partner base please review the following link: http://www.uksbs.co.uk/services/procure/contracts/Pages/default.aspx

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-71d0b7af-886a-4259-adcc-4596dbb7658d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8de8247d-64bf-4ff2-b291-cdb8a90683ff
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

79300000 - Market and economic research; polling and statistics

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£48,850 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Jun 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Jul 20214 years ago
Contract Period
27 Jul 2021 - 22 Sep 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
UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FF
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ECONOMIC INSIGHT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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