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Impact review of Defra Grant in Aid to the ACRE Network

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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31 Dec 2018 at 11:15

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process involves the Defra Network eTendering Portal, which recently awarded a contract titled "Impact review of Defra Grant in Aid to the ACRE Network". This contract falls under the category of Research and Development Services and related consultancy services. The procurement was conducted using a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period ended on 8th November 2018, and the awarded contract period commenced on 3rd December 2018 and will conclude on 31st March 2019. The total contract value amounts to £84,431, and the work will take place across various delivery addresses, including those in the UK and overseas territories.

This tender presents opportunities for business growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) engaged in research and consultancy services. Companies that possess expertise in rural development and can demonstrate the ability to assess outcomes effectively will be particularly well-suited to compete for similar contracts. Engaging with Defra’s procurement process could enable these businesses to expand their portfolio and contribute strategically to initiatives aimed at enhancing rural economies in the UK.

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Notice Title

Impact review of Defra Grant in Aid to the ACRE Network

Notice Description

To provide a research project aiming to assess the outcomes achieved for rural communities by means of Defra's grant-in-aid to Action for Communities in Rural England (ACRE) and the wider ACRE Network. The study also aims to gather detailed evidence to help inform decisions about Defra's future financial support for ACRE and the ACRE Network and how those organisations should contribute to the Defra commitment to promoting 'a thriving rural economy' in the future. 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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ba84a536-ab61-42d3-83a9-3d0f6c9111a1
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

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
£84,431 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£84,431 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Dec 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Nov 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Nov 20187 years ago
Contract Period
3 Dec 2018 - 31 Mar 2019 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
DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
network.procurement@defra.gov.uk
Contact Phone
00

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JR
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS

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