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HMCTS Reform Evaluation Vulnerability Deep Dive

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

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15 Mar 2023 at 16:04

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Justice has awarded a contract for research services to Basis Social for the project "HMCTS Reform Evaluation Vulnerability Deep Dive". The contract value is £149,151 GBP. The procurement method used was selective through a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period ended on January 5, 2023, with the contract period starting on February 22, 2023, and ending on February 21, 2024. The study aims to assess the impact of HMCTS reform on vulnerable individuals and improve reformed services.

This contract provides an opportunity for businesses, particularly those involved in research services and with experience in evaluating reform programmes, to engage with the Ministry of Justice. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are considered suitable to participate in this contract. Businesses with expertise in conducting in-depth studies on vulnerable groups and justice system access would be well-suited to compete for this tender, contributing to the evaluation and improvement of the HMCTS reform programme.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

HMCTS Reform Evaluation Vulnerability Deep Dive

Notice Description

This study forms part of the HMCTS Reform Overarching Evaluation programme. This programme is assessing the implementation of reform and whether it has met its objectives, with a focus on Access to Justice related outcomes. The effect and experience of reform on vulnerable individuals is a particular area of interest among key stakeholders, including Parliamentary Select Committees and the judiciary. Other evaluation activity currently already undertaken/planned will include particularly vulnerable users, but these are likely to form only a small proportion of participants and will not include those with legal problems who don't access justice services. This study is a significant component of the overarching evaluation of HMCTS reform. It aims to understand the experience of the reform programme by the most vulnerable groups, including those who do not access the formal justice system. Information gathered will be used to identify where improvements can be made to reformed services. This study will further develop a robust evidence base to assess the implementation, delivery, and impact of the reform programme. There is significant interest in the evaluation from a wide range of groups and stakeholders which will be considered throughout. The NAO recommended that HMCTS should address how it will identify and evaluate the impact of changes on people's access to, and the fairness of, the justice system, particularly in relation to those who are vulnerable and digitally excluded members of the public. In response, the HMCTS Reform Evaluation Framework was published in May 2021. This framework includes the individual and cross-cutting research projects, including an in depth study on reform and vulnerability. We are expected to provide updates to the PAC on progress with the evaluation. Other interested parties include: the judiciary, the Justice Select Committee, the Constitution Committee, the academic community and third sector organisations. Additionally, HMT Spending Review conditions involve building an evidence base. This study will play an integral part in doing so as part of our overarching evaluation.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c97ad601-8fa0-4f83-82bd-09152fa84a5a
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£149,151 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£149,151 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Mar 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jan 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Mar 20232 years ago
Contract Period
22 Feb 2023 - 21 Feb 2024 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
MINISTRY OF JUSTICE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
mojprocurementprofessionalservices@justice.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E14 4PU
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Canary Wharf
Westminster Constituency
Poplar and Limehouse

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BASIS SOCIAL

Further Information

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