Tender

Pool of International Short-term Subject-Matter Experts (ISTEs) under the Zantichito skills project in Malawi

BRITISH COUNCIL

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Tender

16 Jan 2025 at 21:35

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The British Council has initiated a tender process for a Pool of International Short-term Subject-Matter Experts (ISTEs) under the Zantichito Skills project in Malawi. This procurement is classified under research consultancy services (CPV code 73210000). The goal is to conduct a Sector Skills Gap Analysis across sectors such as Agricultural Mechanisation, Marine, Tourism, and Renewable Energy. The procurement is in the tender stage, with the opportunity closing on 14th February 2025. The contract period is scheduled from 3rd March 2025 to 2nd September 2025. This open procedure procurement method is designed to engage various suitable small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to participate.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in skills gap analysis across diverse sectors. As the project is under the Zanchito Skills for Jobs Technical Assistance Project, firms with experience in international and National short-term expertise will find this tender suitable for showcasing their abilities and expanding their portfolio in an international context, particularly in Malawi. SMEs are encouraged to apply, ensuring a competitive and diverse pool of expertise to fulfil the project's objectives effectively.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Pool of International Short-term Subject-Matter Experts (ISTEs) under the Zantichito skills project in Malawi

Notice Description

team of international and National short-term experts (ISTE/NSTE) / to conduct a Sector Skills Gap Analysis across various sectors including Agricultural Mechanisation, Marine, Tourism and renewable energy. This work will be carried out within the Context of the Zanchito Skills for Jobs Technical Assistance Project implemented by the British Council.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b111784d-7a21-4a89-9155-416ebf8d41ac
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a6784bd4-2f1b-4532-9355-31d027c22f33
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£64,600 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 Mar 2025 - 2 Sep 2025 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRITISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Imane Oumlil
Contact Email
imane.oumlil@britishcouncil.org.ma
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
RABAT
Postcode
E20 1JQ
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Further Information

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