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European Social Fund (ESF) 2014-2020: Youth Employment Initiative (YEI) Impact Evaluation.

CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE

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28 Apr 2017 at 14:32

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the Crown Commercial Service, which has commissioned an evaluation under the European Social Fund 2014-2020 for the Youth Employment Initiative (YEI). The contract, titled "Youth Employment Initiative (YEI) Impact Evaluation," is classified under research and development services, specifically focusing on assessing the YEI's effectiveness and impact. The tender period concluded on 7th February 2017, with the awarded contract taking effect from 28th April 2017 and running until 31st December 2018. The procurement method utilised was an open procedure, enabling a wide range of suppliers to participate.

This tender presents lucrative opportunities for businesses specialising in research and evaluation services, particularly those adept at providing consultancy and analytical support within the social sector. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are well-suited to compete, given the focus on their inclusivity in this procurement. The evaluation's aim to assess the impact of youth employment initiatives can align with businesses researching similar sectors, offering a pathway for growth through partnership and involvement in governmental projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

European Social Fund (ESF) 2014-2020: Youth Employment Initiative (YEI) Impact Evaluation.

Notice Description

The Common Provision Regulations for the European Social Fund state that two evaluations of the Youth Employment Initiative (YEI) in order to meet the requirements of the programme must be carried out. The first evaluation, on the strategic fit, design and implementation of YEI in England, was completed in 2016. The second evaluation must be reported to the European Commission by the end of 2018. The evaluation being commissioned (the second evaluation) will provide information about the effectiveness, efficiency and impact of YEI.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a633819b-88ad-48e3-8a1b-fac28f1bb6bb
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
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Feb 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Apr 20178 years ago
Contract Period
27 Apr 2017 - 31 Dec 2018 1-2 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
CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE
Contact Name
David Hughes
Contact Email
serviceops.reserach@crowncommercial.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWPORT
Postcode
NP10 8QQ
Post Town
Newport
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL54 Monmouthshire and Newport
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Newport
Electoral Ward
Tredegar Park and Marshfield
Westminster Constituency
Newport West and Islwyn

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ECORYS

Further Information

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