Planning

UKEF Independent Board Effectiveness Review

DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE

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Planning

30 Apr 2021 at 15:34

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department for International Trade (DIT) is initiating the procurement of an independent board effectiveness review on behalf of UK Export Finance (UKEF). This process is currently in the planning stage, with the title "UKEF Independent Board Effectiveness Review." The industry category falls under business analysis consultancy services, specifically targeting a total estimated value of £30,000 (excluding VAT). Interested suppliers should respond by 14th May 2021 to participate in market engagement discussions scheduled for the week of 17th May 2021.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for consultancy firms specialising in organisational effectiveness and governance. Businesses that focus on performance review services, business management consultancy, and those with experience working with senior executives will be well-suited to compete. The review aims to enhance board functioning, making it essential for companies capable of conducting thorough evaluations and offering strategic recommendations based on comprehensive analyses of board dynamics and governance practices.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKEF Independent Board Effectiveness Review

Notice Description

None of the provisions of this Early Engagement Notice (EEN) shall be deemed or construed to constitute or imply any commitment or obligation on either party to purchase these services or award a contract. Department for International Trade (DIT), on behalf of UK Export Finance (UKEF) as Contracting Authority, intends to seek the provision of services of an external board effectiveness review in accordance with corporate governance in central government departments Code of Good Practice. We expect the effectiveness review will focus on (but may not be limited to) the following areas: - board composition and skills. - clarity of roles (with respect to both board and relationship with UKEF executive), purpose and shared vision. - the allocation of roles and responsibilities. - board culture and dynamics, including challenge. - prioritisation of board topics and agenda items. - adequacy of support to the board; and - stakeholder engagement with the Board including DIT/UKGI/UKEF relationships. Requirements of the procurement will include the following: - A review of a sample of board and committee papers to assess quality and whether appropriate weighting and priority is allotted. - A review of outcomes from previous Board Effectiveness Reviews (including those conducted internally). - Attendance of at least one board meeting, one board audit committee meeting and on-board risk committee meeting as an observer. - Interviews with all board members (including non-executive directors), and an individual from each of UK Government Investments (UKGI), HM Treasury (HMT) and the Department for International Trade (DIT), (as well as other stakeholders as deemed relevant by the reviewer and the Chair), informed by an initial questionnaire which is to be agreed with the Chair and UKGI. - A written report on findings and recommendations no later than 6 weeks from the board meeting and committee meetings the successful Contractor attends. - An initial draft of the report must be completed no later than 4 weeks from the board meeting and committee meetings the successfully Contractor attends. Regular oral updates will be required to keep the Chair advised as to progress in meeting this and other timescales. - The successful Contractor will be required to present the draft report findings at a subsequent board meeting following which the report will be finalised. UKEF will share the report with UKGI and will retain the right to share the report with other key stakeholders. To support the board in developing and implementing clear actions to address identified improvement areas they prioritise. Key specialisms are likely to include interviewing and assessing very senior staff. Either from doing similar reports/evaluations in the past or through experience on similar level of Boards. Additional information: Please express your interest in participating in market engagement by emailing commercialresearchandconsultancy@trade.gov.uk by Friday 14th May 2021. You must clearly state: - the name of your organisation. - contact details, including email addresses and telephone numbers - your availability w/c 17th May for 30 minute calls DIT, UKEF and UKGI intend to hold joint market engagement week commencing 17th May with suppliers who express an interest in potentially bidding for this opportunity. Calls are likely to last no longer than 30 minutes. Further details to be provided once interest has been registered Estimated total value excluding VAT: PS30,000

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4338ee2b-f657-4d52-bae9-296d8e11525b
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

72221000 - Business analysis consultancy services

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

79313000 - Performance review services

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

79900000 - Miscellaneous business and business-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Apr 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
14 May 2021Expired
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 INTERNATIONAL TRADE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2BL
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

Notice Documents

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