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Policy Lead

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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15 Feb 2021 at 15:40

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the Defra Network eTendering Portal seeking a Policy Lead to provide policy coordination and analytical support within the UK. The contract is classified under business analysis consultancy services and is based in London, England. The procurement method employed is selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement, with the tender period having ended on 26th October 2020. The contract commenced on 26th November 2020 and is set to conclude on 28th February 2021, with a total value of £40,000.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in policy analysis, consultancy, and project management services. Competitors with experience in stakeholder engagement and project planning, capable of addressing border operability issues and leveraging collaboration with various industry stakeholders, will be well-positioned to participate in similar future tenders and enhance their growth prospects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Policy Lead

Notice Description

The candidates will work to the G6 Policy Manager and will be responsible for policy co-ordination, analytical support and stakeholder engagement across Whitehall and externally which underpins delivery. Particularly they will: - Identify and take forward activities to ensure successful delivery of acceptable levels of border operability for SPS goods by working with others (including industry) to identify weaknesses in existing plans and identifying solutions to problems or weaknesses raised and implementing these solutions fast - Play leading roles in preparing submissions, responses and updates for XO / XS and other Ministerial and senior official groups on border operability. - Contribute towards project planning and project documentation. - Identify and monitor project risks and issues and develop mitigating actions - Contribute to internal and external project reviews. - COVID-related restrictions permitting - some travel within the nations and regions should be expected. - Join a national campaign to raise stakeholder awareness of new export processes and new working arrangements as the end of the Transition Period approaches. Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses an E-tendering system for Procurement activities. This is currently provided by Bravo Solutions. To access appropriate tendering and contractual documents, please access the E-Tendering portal at https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk", ensuring that your registration includes "Defra". If you have any problems with this system, please contact Bravo on their telephone helpline number 0800 368 4850 or by emailing them at help@bravosolution.co.uk.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-bfa80fce-6d1c-4caa-9876-34aa5297fd2b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/92e30234-ce40-4c3c-9b2b-49deb2a86c84
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72221000 - Business analysis consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Feb 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Oct 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Nov 20205 years ago
Contract Period
26 Nov 2020 - 28 Feb 2021 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
DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
network.procurement@defra.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SP1 3JR
Post Town
Salisbury
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK72 Wiltshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Wiltshire
Electoral Ward
Salisbury St Francis & Stratford
Westminster Constituency
Salisbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

METHODS BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY

Further Information

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