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GLA 82660 - Evaluation of Community Outreach Programme

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22 Oct 2024 at 12:31

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Tender

09 Jul 2024 at 09:47

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Greater London Authority (GLA), in association with Transport for London (TfL), has launched a procurement process for the evaluation of its Skills for Londoners Community Outreach Programme. The programme, aimed at boosting community engagement in adult learning and building sustainable local networks, will run from September 2024 to August 2026. The contract is initially for one year, with a potential one-year extension, dependent on budget availability. The contract with a budget of up to £80,000 has been awarded to ICF Consulting Services Ltd and will involve process, outcome, and impact evaluations, including recommendations for improvement, and is governed under the Light Touch Regime (Schedule 3 Services Under PCR 2015). The procurement method for this open procedure is described by RDF rules, and the industry category falls under the 'Provision of services to the community'. Key dates include the start of the contract on 6th September 2024 and its completion by 5th September 2025.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for SMEs and community-focused organisations to demonstrate their ability to deliver impactful evaluations and support community programmes. Businesses specialising in community outreach, educational evaluations, and data analysis will be well-suited to compete. Participation in this tender can significantly enhance a firm's reputation and marketability in public sector procurement. With the procurement process managed via TfL's SAP Ariba platform, interested businesses are required to register on Ariba and express their interest through the specified registration procedures. Engaging in this project allows firms to contribute to meaningful community initiatives and build strong partnerships within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GLA 82660 - Evaluation of Community Outreach Programme

Notice Description

The Greater London Authority (GLA) recently launched a third round of the Skills for Londoners Community Outreach Programme. The programme provides small grants to community organisations across London to raise awareness of the Mayor's skills offer, increase participation in adult learning skills provision, and help to build sustainable links between providers, community groups and the Londoners they work with. Delivery will take place from September 2024 - August 2026. The contract will be award for an initial term of 1 yr with the option to extend for a further year subject to budget The GLA is seeking a supplier (Evaluator) to deliver an evaluation of the Community Outreach Programme. The evaluation will cover process, outcomes, the impact of the programme and recommendations on how it could be improved. The evaluation should incorporate organisational experiences and the participant's voice. The tender is published under Light Touch Regime (Schedule 3 Services Under PCR 2015). See attached service specification for further information. How to apply for this project: TfL has recently switched to a new sourcing system, SAP Ariba, meaning that TfL's processes are now different to those that suppliers may be familiar with. The following instructions explain this new system and provide guidance on how interested parties will be able to communicate with TfL. To log in to SAP Ariba (this is not login only and not to register: https://service.ariba.com/Supplier.aw To register: Please use TfL's specific Ariba registration page below: https://s1-eu.ariba.com/Sourcing/Main/ad/selfRegistration?realm=TfL After registration: To participate in this tender, register interest in participating in this event by emailing the Commercial contact listed on this notice. Note: The Ariba system is not automated, therefore, once you have registered (or are already registered) your business on Ariba you must email the Commercial contact. Registering your business on Ariba is not the same as registering your interest in this project. For help registering on the SAP Ariba system and for checking if you are already registered pleas refer to: https://content.tfl.gov.uk/supplier-registration.pdf For guidance on using SAP Ariba please refer to: https://support.ariba.com/Adapt/Ariba_Network_Supplier_Training If any problems persist please contact Ariba_Supplier_Enablement@tfl.gov.uk Additional information: The tender is published under Light Touch Regime (Schedule 3 Services Under PCR 2015). See attached service specification for further information. How to apply for this project: TfL has recently switched to a new sourcing system, SAP Ariba, meaning that TfL's processes are now different to those that suppliers may be familiar with. The following instructions explain this new system and provide guidance on how interested parties will be able to communicate with TfL. To log in to SAP Ariba (this is not login only and not to register: https://service.ariba.com/Supplier.aw To register: Please use TfL's specific Ariba registration page below: https://s1-eu.ariba.com/Sourcing/Main/ad/selfRegistration?realm=TfL After registration: To participate in this tender, register interest in participating in this event by emailing the Commercial contact listed on this notice. Note: The Ariba system is not automated, therefore, once you have registered (or are already registered) your business on Ariba you must email the Commercial contact. Registering your business on Ariba is not the same as registering your interest in this project. For help registering on the SAP Ariba system and for checking if you are already registered pleas refer to: https://content.tfl.gov.uk/supplier-registration.pdf For guidance on using SAP Ariba please refer to: https://support.ariba.com/Adapt/Ariba_Network_Supplier_Training If any problems persist please contact Ariba_Supplier_Enablement@tfl.gov.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7f237ef3-b055-46bc-af1a-f3aa90731649
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6c69bb04-8245-488e-9f0f-85851e699f5c
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

CPV Codes

75200000 - Provision of services to the community

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£39,912 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
5 Sep 2024 - 5 Sep 2025 6-12 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
TRANSPORT FOR LONDON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JN
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ICF CONSULTING SERVICES

Further Information

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