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EHRC 2526-26 Evaluation of NEOs in Scotland

EQUALITY AND HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION

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16 Jan 2026 at 12:56

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Summary of the contracting process

The Equality and Human Rights Commission has concluded the procurement process titled "EHRC 2526-26 Evaluation of NEOs in Scotland," aimed at evaluating the impact of National Equality Outcomes in higher education in Scotland. This procurement falls under the industry category of Research and Development Services. The process, using a selective method through a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, has reached the award stage. Key dates include the contract period from 7th January 2026 to 31st March 2026. The project services will be delivered across regions in the United Kingdom, including England, Scotland, and Wales, with a contract value of £28,801.49 GBP. The principal buying organisation is the Equality and Human Rights Commission situated in Manchester, England.

This tender offers significant potential for business growth, especially for SMEs specialising in research and consultancy services related to educational inequalities. The successful supplier, IFF Research Limited, supports the engagement of similarly qualified businesses that can provide expertise in evaluating equality initiatives. Firms with capabilities in comprehensive data analysis and insights into educational sectors would be well-suited to similar future opportunities. The project is expected to contribute to strategic decisions in education policy and drive societal impact, presenting an attractive prospect for organisations aiming to expand their service footprint in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

EHRC 2526-26 Evaluation of NEOs in Scotland

Notice Description

The Equality and Human Rights Commission is seeking to engage a suitably qualified and experienced supplier to evaluate the impact of the National Equality Outcomes in addressing persistent inequalities in the further and higher education sectors in Scotland. This is a further competition under the Crown Commercial Services Research & Insights DPS RM6126.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7eb33030-7749-4b40-9046-2a793ecaef4e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/161b2df1-700b-45d4-815d-497c804c787d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£28,801 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£28,801 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
7 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
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
EQUALITY AND HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurementhelpdesk@equalityhumanrights.com
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M4 3AQ
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales, TLM Scotland
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

IFF RESEARCH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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