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Stakeholder Relationship Audit

WATER SERVICES REGULATION AUTHORITY (OFWAT)

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13 Mar 2020 at 12:56

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Summary of the contracting process

The Water Services Regulation Authority (Ofwat) has completed a procurement process for their "Stakeholder Relationship Audit" project, which falls under the general management consultancy services category. The tender was initiated using an open procurement method and was conducted in London, United Kingdom. The contract was awarded on 3rd December 2019, with a contract period starting on 9th December 2019 and concluding on 5th June 2020. The overall aim is to enhance Ofwat's stakeholder relationships, focusing on key stakeholders such as Defra, EA, DWI, and water companies.

This procurement presents an opportunity for consultancy firms, particularly those with expertise in stakeholder engagement and management analysis. Businesses that specialise in conducting comprehensive stakeholder assessments, data analysis, and relationship-building strategies would be well-suited to participate in similar future tenders. The swift delivery requirements and the focus on delivering detailed recommendations make this a valuable opportunity for SMEs and consultancy services looking to expand their operations in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Stakeholder Relationship Audit

Notice Description

Stkeholder Relationship Audit The overall objectives of the project are: Gain an in-depth understanding of our existing relationship with key stakeholders - Defra, EA, DWI, Welsh Govt, NRW, WUK, CCW, water companies, water retailers Build a big-picture understanding of all other stakeholders Understand the gaps and areas for improvement amongst priority groups - consumer, Welsh and political Look for and discover gaps in our stakeholder relationships that we aren't currently aware of Finish the project with an analysed set of data and recommendations that can be used to shift approach in stakeholder relationships across Ofwat Scope of Work The scope of the project includes: Collaborating with the Ofwat stakeholder lead Agree a delivery timetable once contract is agreed Work to Ofwat templates and guidelines Work to GDPR guidelines A swift turnaround and for start of delivery and completed reports from contract award. Project start within three weeks, final report and recommendations before March 2020 Full project management and delivery of the project A final product with data analysis, reporting and recommendations Out of scope: The Ofwat communications function will provide all appropriate internal data and information held about stakeholders Key Tasks In order to achieve the overall objectives, the Customer expects that the following key tasks will be carried out by the Contractor A full project delivery plan Review of existing relationships and engagement with internal colleagues at Ofwat in communications In-depth interviews with some key stakeholders - Defra, EA, DWI, Welsh Govt, NRW, WUK, CCW, water companies, water retailers Quantitative survey amongst broader group of stakeholders Research into stakeholder areas that we may be missing Evaluation - a summary document or meeting outlining findings with recommendations Additional information: For further information,please contact procurement@ofwat.gov.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d1a11377-6ec7-41fc-bce3-9305a3994db1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/73fecd59-5a74-4927-9c98-85d05ab91c05
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79411000 - General management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£34,315 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£34,315 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Mar 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Nov 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Dec 20196 years ago
Contract Period
9 Dec 2019 - 5 Jun 2020 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
WATER SERVICES REGULATION AUTHORITY (OFWAT)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B5 4UA
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OPINION RESEARCH SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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