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DfE/Birkbeck University - research into improving the experiences of care proceedings (con_26078)

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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02 Nov 2024 at 00:02

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education (DfE) has awarded a contract to Birkbeck University of London to conduct research aimed at improving the experiences of care proceedings, with Cafcass and the Family Rights Group as partners. Classified under the Research and Development services and consultancy category (CPV code: 73000000), this project is valued at £48,967. The procurement process used was a single tender action (direct procurement method), and the contract period spans from 31st October 2024 to 31st March 2025. The research will be conducted in England, United Kingdom, and is targeted primarily at small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This contract presents significant opportunities for growth, especially for businesses specialising in research and consultancy services within the education and social care sectors. SMEs in particular stand to benefit from participating in similar procurement processes, as this project underscores the DfE's support for smaller enterprises. Companies with expertise in family law, social services, and educational research are well-suited to compete for such tenders, which can enhance their credentials and expand their business portfolios.

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Notice Title

DfE/Birkbeck University - research into improving the experiences of care proceedings (con_26078)

Notice Description

DfE has funded Birkbeck University of London, as lead delivery partner (in conjunction with Cafcass and the Family Rights Group) to undertake research into improving the experiences of care proceedings.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b3ed2d52-62c6-4277-8b47-78c53633769b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cdfb4db8-af06-4156-8924-c954933bc3ac
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
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
£48,967 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£48,967 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Oct 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 1-6 months
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
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 2WD
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BIRKBECK UNIVERSITY OF LONDON

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