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GB-London: Emergency Response Fund (ERF) Evaluation

THE ARTS COUNCIL OF ENGLAND

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30 Sep 2021 at 14:55

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Summary of the contracting process

The Arts Council of England is seeking a supplier for the evaluation of the Emergency Response Fund (ERF), which was established to support the cultural sector during the Covid-19 crisis. The procurement, classified under research consultancy services, was initiated with a tender that closed on 29th September 2021. The contract is valued at £43,813.50 and is set to commence on 4th October 2021, lasting until 31st January 2022. This was conducted via an accelerated negotiated procedure, making it part of the award stage within the procurement process.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) specialising in research and consultancy services. Businesses with expertise in assessing the social and economic impacts, particularly those with experience in the cultural sector, would be well-suited to compete. Engaging in this contract could not only enhance their portfolio but also enable them to contribute to the broader recovery efforts within the arts and cultural community.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-London: Emergency Response Fund (ERF) Evaluation

Notice Description

Arts Council England are seeking a supplier to help evaluate the impact of the ERF on organisations and individuals. The ERF was a PS160m fund announced by Arts Council on 24th March 2020, with support by the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) and HM Treasury, to support individuals and organisations across the cultural sector in response to the Covid-19 crisis. The evaluation will help to better understand both the application process and impact the fund has had including whether the ERF achieved its purpose in supporting the survival or organisations and continued practice of individuals. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/351305b7-fe2e-4dc9-a482-aacce9a76b1b
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Accelerated negotiated procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73210000 - Research consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£43,813 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£43,813 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Sep 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Sep 20214 years ago
Contract Period
3 Oct 2021 - 31 Jan 2022 1-6 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
THE ARTS COUNCIL OF ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
WC1B 3HF
Post Town
Central London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
Bloomsbury
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SQW

Further Information

Notice Documents

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