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DFID 8426 International Growth Centre Phase 3 (IGC3) Contract Award

DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

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08 Oct 2019 at 14:21

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the Department for International Development (DFID) awarding the "DFID 8426 International Growth Centre Phase 3 (IGC3) Contract". This contract, classified under foreign economic-aid-related services, is intended to facilitate improved policy environments for inclusive growth in various regions. The award followed an open procurement method, allowing all eligible suppliers to participate, with the contract period commencing on 1st October 2019 and lasting until 30th September 2026. Key dates include the tender closure on 2nd April 2019 and the contract award published on 8th October 2019. The project's scope extends to multiple locations, including the UK and British Overseas Territories.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses focused on policy research, economic development, and related consultancy services. Companies that are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and those that qualify as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are well-positioned to compete for this contract. Engaging in this project can enhance business growth through collaboration with DFID and other stakeholders towards sustainable, inclusive development initiatives, thus creating a strong platform for ongoing partnerships in the international development sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DFID 8426 International Growth Centre Phase 3 (IGC3) Contract Award

Notice Description

The intended impact of the programme is 'Improved policy environment for inclusive, sustainable growth in the countries and policy areas where the IGC has been active'. The expected outcome of the programme is 'Improvements in policies to promote inclusive growth implemented as a result of IGC research or technical advice.' Additional information: All relevant information relating to this Contract Notice can be found on the DFID Supplier Portal where suppliers can register their interest directly. If you are not already registered as a supplier on the DFID Supplier Portal please follow the guidance which can be found on the top left of the home page: https://supplierportal.dfid.gov.uk/selfservice/

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7e2f37f2-ea5b-49bf-9f88-2370bec47045
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2bf56989-492d-4dd6-a2bf-ee91a527c5cf
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

CPV Codes

75211200 - Foreign economic-aid-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£55,998,933 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£55,998,933 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Oct 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Apr 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Sep 20196 years ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2019 - 30 Sep 2026 Over 5 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 INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Contact Name
Public Enquiry Point
Contact Email
enquiry@dfid.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
EAST KILBRIDE
Postcode
G75 8EA
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM95 South Lanarkshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
South Lanarkshire
Electoral Ward
East Kilbride West
Westminster Constituency
East Kilbride and Strathaven

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LONDON SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS AND POLITICAL SCIENCE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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