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Alternative Provision Innovation Fund - evaluation

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

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04 Mar 2019 at 10:43

Award

15 Feb 2019 at 15:57

TenderAmendment

20 Mar 2018 at 16:57

Tender

19 Mar 2018 at 14:36

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education is currently involved in the procurement process for the "Alternative Provision Innovation Fund - evaluation," a project classified under research and development consultancy services (CPV code 73200000). The tender period for this opportunity concluded on 4 April 2018, and the associated contract is active, running from 28 May 2018 until 31 October 2020. The procurement method employed was an open procedure, suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), indicating a focus on inclusivity in the bidding process.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in research and evaluation services, particularly those with experience in educational settings or social interventions. Companies able to offer innovative methodologies for assessing project outcomes and demonstrating effective implementation will be well-suited to compete. Participation in this project can facilitate business growth by showcasing expertise and establishing partnerships within the education sector, contributing to the wider goal of improving educational facilities and services.

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Notice Title

Alternative Provision Innovation Fund - evaluation

Notice Description

The Department for Education is seeking Expressions of Interest for a process and outcomes evaluation of the new Alternative Provision Innovation Fund. The evaluator shall work with funded projects to examine how they are being implemented, whether outcomes are being achieved, where improvements could be made, and how transferable the project is to other settings. It will also seek to examine any unintended consequences stemming from the projects. The evaluation shall assess outcomes at both a project and thematic level.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a1f38645-f41b-46ae-aa73-74b3e26ac204
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d79ed13e-57ca-44bf-8859-a82a98f5ce05
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£283,140 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Mar 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Apr 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Aug 20187 years ago
Contract Period
6 Aug 2018 - 30 Jul 2021 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3BT
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ECORYS

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