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What Works Centre for Children's Social Care - Incubator and research Partner Contracts

Department For Education

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education (DfE) has initiated the procurement process for the "What Works Centre for Children's Social Care - Incubator and research Partner Contracts", with an estimated total value of £9.81 million. This open tender aims to identify suitable partners to develop and test a model for the Centre as well as conduct evidence synthesis and generate new research. The deadline for bid submissions is set for 5pm on 5th June 2017, with contracts expected to commence in July and September 2017 and concluding in March 2020. The procurement falls under the categories of research and development services, specifically focusing on social care related consultancy services and is located primarily in the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, especially small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), that have expertise in social work and developmental research. Companies equipped to deliver innovative research methodologies or consultancy services tailored to children’s social care will find themselves particularly well-suited for competition. Engaging in this procurement aligns with the expanding focus on evidence-based practices in social care, offering businesses a chance to influence and contribute to transformative social initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

What Works Centre for Children's Social Care - Incubator and research Partner Contracts

Notice Description

***New information added 16th May 2017 - Please note that any queries regarding the tender and tender process should be submitted by cop 24th May. We will aim to respond to all queries by 31st May.*** The DfE is pleased to announce that bids are now open for two parallel procurement exercises to develop the What Works Centre for Children's Social Care: 1. the first for an 'incubator' to develop and test a WWC model; and 2. the second for a research partner to start the evidence synthesis and generation of new research. The closing date for bids is 5pm on 5th June 2017. Completed bids and any questions should be directed to: CSC.WHATWORKSCENTRE@education.gov.uk. The contract start dates : Incubator - July 2017; Research Partner - September 2017. Contract End Date: March 2020 for both. Estimated value is PS9.81m in total for both contracts. Additional information: See Early Engagement Notice https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b0995223-bf7e-4a76-9652-e213527ca67a?p=@NT08=UFQxUlRRPT0=NjJ for previous background information.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-77c7a21e-b5d3-4a49-8ca7-1e76d766afc2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5251469a-14ec-450b-9ea5-e6b6228c8a6f
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

85300000 - Social work and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£9,810,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£14,766,354 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jan 20188 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jun 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Sep 20178 years ago
Contract Period
12 Oct 2017 - 31 Mar 2020 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Department For Education
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3BT
Postcode Area
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
2
Supplier Names

Cardiff University

NESTA

Further Information

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