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PS23376 - International Science Partnerships Fund (ISPF)

DESNZ

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18 Dec 2024 at 11:05

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) has awarded the contract titled "PS23376 - International Science Partnerships Fund (ISPF)" under the CCS RM6126 Research and Insights Framework. This procurement, categorised under research and development services, covers a range of delivery locations including the United Kingdom, Europe, and other international territories. The procurement stage is at the award update, following a mini competition with the contract variations extending its term to 30th June 2025. The contract, valued at £361,950, initially began on 18th January 2024 and is managed by DSIT. Key dates include the procurement end date of 30th November 2023 and the final contract period extending to 30th June 2025.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses within the research and development sector, particularly SMEs, to engage in a high-impact evaluation project. Companies with expertise in independent evaluations, value for money assessments, and international research collaborations are well-suited to benefit from this procurement. The ISPF initiative aims to foster international partnerships, providing scope for businesses to enhance their portfolios, establish new international collaborations, and contribute to strategic research priorities. Managed by DSIT and executed by leading UK research bodies, this tender underscores the importance of innovation and value-driven outcomes in public funding.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PS23376 - International Science Partnerships Fund (ISPF)

Notice Description

***Modification of the Contract*** Contract Variation PS23376 001 has extended the initial contract term from the 31st December 2024 to the 30th June 2025. The contract value remains unchanged. ***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a mini competition under the CCS RM6126 Research and Insights Framework. Brief Description of Requirement The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) is commissioning an independent evaluation of the International Science Partnerships Fund (ISPF) to provide evidence to understand how the scheme was delivered and experienced (through process evaluation), the extent to which the scheme achieved its stated longer-term impacts (impact evaluation) and represents value for money (VfM) to the public purse (VfM evaluation). ISPF is designed to enable potential and foster prosperity. It puts research and innovation at the heart of our international relationships, supporting UK researchers and innovators to work with peers around the world on the major themes of our time. The fund is managed by DSIT and delivered by a consortium of the UK's leading research and innovation bodies. The ISPF was developed to bring DSIT international funding, both Official Development Assistance (ODA) and non-ODA, under a single structure, enabling strategic alignment and coherence across the entire DSIT international funding portfolio.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a306b5cc-2813-4e96-b354-9dc4c3112d76
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£361,950 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Nov 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Jan 20242 years ago
Contract Period
18 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 2025 1-2 years
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
DESNZ
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
professionalservices@uksbs.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FF
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TECHNOPOLIS

Further Information

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