Tender

On-call Research Project

NATIONAL FIRE CHIEFS COUNCIL LIMITED

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Tender

23 Nov 2023 at 12:22

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The National Fire Chiefs Council Limited is inviting tenders for the "On-call Research Project" in the research and development services category. The procurement method is an open procedure below threshold. The contract period is from 29th March 2024 to 27th March 2026, with a tender deadline of 19th January 2024. The project values at £150,000 GBP and is based in London, United Kingdom.

This tender presents an opportunity for SMEs and VCSEs to offer services related to research and development. Businesses experienced in data analysis, cost efficiency evaluation, and workforce management are well-suited to compete. Suppliers need to demonstrate a thorough understanding of the requirements and propose clear pricing models. The successful bidder will be contracted by the National Fire Chiefs Council Limited for a comprehensive analysis project.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

On-call Research Project

Notice Description

Workstream 1 Robust analysis based on a standardised approach to data that informs decisions and accurately draws out the challenges and the value of the on-call model. * To provide a consistent set of data for robust comparative analysis across the UK, through direct comparisons between datasets provided by FRSs * To analyse the data and consider the impact and challenges of implementing the on-call model, where possible determine cost efficiency, cost effectiveness and socio-economic value of the on-call model and the key challenges of resource and workforce management * To evidence challenges and solutions to FRSs and key stakeholders, such as the Home Office, HM Treasury and devolved Governments. Workstream 2 The documentation of a national study that provides a comprehensive analysis of the most effective approaches, methods and strategies that address the key challenges identified in Workstream 1. The report will include detailed case studies, data analysis, and expert insights to guide decision-making, improve effectiveness and influence policy. Suppliers must ensure that they are fully familiar with the nature and extent of the obligations required of this Service. They must realise and be aware that their proposed offer of Service is contractually binding and that the resulting Contract Agreement will be strictly supervised and closely monitored against their submitted offer (and to any subsequent mutually agreed amendments) and shall be enforced in accordance with the Contract provisions. It is the responsibility of the Supplier to obtain for itself, at its own expense, all information necessary for the preparation of its Tender. The proposals should address how the Supplier would manage each element of the requirement and the proposed pricing models submitted should clearly explain how each would be priced.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-76f0e226-5efb-4d97-ab17-950edfd36626
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c96304c-bd1e-42c4-be16-2a9f0bd63972
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, 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
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Nov 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Jan 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Mar 2024 - 27 Mar 2026 1-2 years
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
NATIONAL FIRE CHIEFS COUNCIL LIMITED
Contact Name
Sam Palmer
Contact Email
procurement@nfcc.org.uk
Contact Phone
01213807311

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
WC2H 9JQ
Post Town
Central London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
Holborn & Covent Garden
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

Further Information

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