Tender

DFID 8326 Behaviour Change Communication: Increasing knowledge of, demand for and continued use of modern methods of family planning through attitude, norms and behaviour change approaches Lot 1 Contract Notice

DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

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11 Jul 2018 at 08:51

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29 Jun 2018 at 14:30

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for International Development (DFID) is seeking bids for the 'DFID 8326 Behaviour Change Communication' project, aimed at improving the knowledge and demand for modern family planning methods. This public procurement falls under the category of foreign economic-aid-related services with a total contract value of £19,500,000. The tender process is currently in the open stage, with submissions due by 2nd August 2018. The contract will commence on 1st February 2019 and run until 31st July 2022, covering a range of delivery locations including the UK and various British Overseas Territories.

This opportunity presents a significant growth avenue for businesses specialising in behaviour change communication, public health campaigns, or social marketing. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), are encouraged to apply, especially those with innovative approaches to overcoming barriers to contraceptive use. Successful bidders will have the chance to implement impactful strategies informed by prior research, aligning with the DFID's objectives to enhance family planning services effectively.

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Notice Title

DFID 8326 Behaviour Change Communication: Increasing knowledge of, demand for and continued use of modern methods of family planning through attitude, norms and behaviour change approaches Lot 1 Contract Notice

Notice Description

To provide technical assistance to lead and expand BCC services to target the barriers to using modern contraceptives. The services will comprise of multi-channel, multi-message, tailored behaviour change, incorporating cost effective strategies such as use of positive deviants. The specific approaches will be informed by research funded by this programme component early in its implementation. Additional information: All relevant information relating to this Contract Notice can be found on the DFID Supplier Portal where suppliers can register their interest directly. If you are not already registered as a supplier on the DFID Supplier Portal please follow the guidance which can be found on the top left of the home page: https://supplierportal.dfid.gov.uk/selfservice/

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f5d7c090-70cf-4870-ac6e-15e9bc17a508
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services


CPV Codes

75211200 - Foreign economic-aid-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£13,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jul 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Aug 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2019 - 31 Jul 2022 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EAST KILBRIDE
Postcode
G75 8EA
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM95 South Lanarkshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
South Lanarkshire
Electoral Ward
East Kilbride West
Westminster Constituency
East Kilbride and Strathaven

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