Tender

TC645 - Research, Evaluation and Data Sciences

MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL

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Tender

16 Jun 2021 at 13:09

Tender

16 Jun 2021 at 09:47

Summary of the contracting process

Manchester City Council (MCC) is inviting tenders for the "TC645 - Research, Evaluation and Data Sciences" project, which aims to establish a framework for research and intelligence to meet various needs across Manchester. The tender period closes at 11:00 AM on 16th July 2021, with the contract intended to run from 1st November 2021 to 31st October 2023. The procurement process follows a selective method under a restricted procedure and is classified under the CPV category for Research and Development Services and related consultancy services. The total value of the contract is £3,000,000 and services will primarily be delivered to the North West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents excellent opportunities for businesses specialising in research, data analysis, and consultancy services. Companies with expertise in data management, primary research, evaluation methodologies, economic intelligence, and analytics will find it particularly beneficial. Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to apply, as they are indicated as suitable participants for this tender. By participating in this procurement, businesses can contribute to significant projects and potentially expand their client base within public sector markets.

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Notice Title

TC645 - Research, Evaluation and Data Sciences

Notice Description

Manchester City Council (MCC) is looking to establish a framework to help delivery its research and intelligence work, in support of its wider objectives. The framework will provide a mechanism through which expert support and advice can be effectively obtained to meet the myriad of needs of Manchester. Framework Structure The Performance Research and Intelligence (PRI) function in MCC is establishing a procurement framework which will help support the work of the directorate, The Council and our partners. The Research, Evaluation and Data Science (REDS) Framework covers a broad range of activities which have been structured into six areas, known as LOTs. LOT 1 - Data management, open text coding, text analytics and transcribing * Coding of text, including responses to open text consultation questions and internal case notes * Sentiment analysis * Machine learning analysis * Transcribing audio files * Recoding and transforming datafiles LOT 2 - Primary Research * Opinion research - Measuring perceptions and opinions of residents, businesses, service users via interviews, survey, focus groups * Observation/ ethnographic research * Insights including behavioral insights LOT 3 - Evaluations and Impact Assessments of Projects and Programmes * Theory of Change and Logic Model development * Evaluation and Impact Assessments of projects and programmes including both outcome and process evaluation * Cost Benefit Analysis * Randomised Controlled Trials * Rapid Evidence Reviews of services, systems and current internal practice * Equality Impact Assessments (EIA) and Health Impact Assessments (HIA) LOT 4 - Property & Economic Intelligence * Residential property market analysis * Commercial property market analysis * Economic research including businesses, employment and skills LOT 5 - Analytics and Modelling * Analysis of complex data and presentation to a wide range of audiences * Statistical Analysis, including descriptive statistics of time series, trends and demographic information * Statistical Modelling, including classification and regression modelling to support population segmentation, risk stratification and predictive modelling * Analysis of markets, including Social Care Markets * Population and Service needs assessments to inform policy and commissioning * Implementing data standards, quality and supporting approaches / systems * Analysis and Modelling of demand for services to support service planning and commissioning decisions * Presentation of analytics and modelling output to non-specialist audiences within bespoke and existing reports * Development of analytical and modelling processes into standard workflows. LOT 6 - Expert Networks: Cross-cutting Research and Evidence Generation * Rapid review and synthesis of multiple and complementary evidence sources * Complex systems modelling * Advanced and cross-discipline economic analysis Additional information: 24 months with 24 extensions available. The Council is using the e-business portal known as the Chest. Applicants will need to register their details at the following link www.the-chest.org.uk . Once registered, applicants will be emailed a log-in and password which will allow them to gain access to the documentation relating to this opportunity. Applicants will need to electronically submit their completed tender documents, including online questionnaire, via the on-line portal by 11am on Friday 16th July as referred to in IV.2.2. Any clarification queries must also be submitted via the Chest website by the date referred to in the tender documentation. The framework will be for two years exp

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8e2a41ab-b980-4d43-bca4-da5b6f0891c3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/572b9f53-3633-4da1-a27a-df587c74c8d5
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jun 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jul 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2021 - 31 Oct 2023 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Chris Johnson
Contact Email
chris.johnson@manchester.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1612343085

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M60 2LA
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
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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