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UKSPF Programme Evaluation

NORTH TYNESIDE COUNCIL

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Award

31 Jul 2024 at 15:29

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Tender

13 Oct 2023 at 11:10

Tender Notice
Tender

09 Oct 2023 at 09:56

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The North of Tyne Combined Authority (NTCA) is seeking an experienced and creative provider to undertake an independent programme-level evaluation of NTCA's interventions funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF). The procurement process was conducted by North Tyneside Council on behalf of NTCA. The industry category is business and management consultancy and related services, with the contract valued at £90,000. The evaluation aims to assess the effectiveness and impact of the delivered projects, capture lessons to inform both current and future interventions, and provide an evidenced narrative to secure long-term sustainability and attract future investment to North of Tyne and the wider North East region. The procurement method was open, with the tender period ending on 30th October 2023, and the contract period running from 6th November 2023 to 5th November 2025.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in business and management consultancy services, particularly those experienced in programme evaluation. The successful bidder, Ortus Economic Research Ltd, will benefit from a substantial contract that not only reinforces their market credibility but also opens avenues for future engagements with NTCA and other regional authorities. Smaller businesses (SMEs) are suited to compete, given the open procurement process and the specific emphasis on the contractor’s creativity and experience in similar evaluations. This project is an excellent opportunity for consultancy firms looking to expand their portfolio in the public sector and increase their engagement in regional development projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKSPF Programme Evaluation

Notice Description

To undertake an independent programme-level evaluation of NTCA's interventions funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF). North of Tyne Combined Authority (NTCA) seeks an experienced and creative provider to undertake an independent programme-level evaluation of NTCA's interventions funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF). The chosen evaluator will assess the effectiveness and impact of the delivered projects, capture lessons to inform both the delivery of the programme and development of future interventions, and provide an evidenced narrative to help secure the long-term sustainability of the results obtained in the programme as well as attract future investment to North of Tyne and the wider North East region. Whilst the Buyer in the Contact Details is listed as "North Tyneside Council", this entry is system generated. For the avoidance of doubt, the Buyer in this case is the North of Tyne Combined Authority (NTCA). North Tyneside Council are conducting this procurement on NTCA's behalf. https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=09c770c1-8866-ee11-8124-005056b64545&p=1c9e782c-541e-e611-8114-000c29c9ba21

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d8698eaa-a1e9-4d44-9b9a-1b94cae281fb
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c07baeee-e6d3-4d92-badf-a92990702b01
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£90,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£90,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Oct 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Jan 20242 years ago
Contract Period
22 Jan 2024 - 31 Oct 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
NORTH TYNESIDE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORTH TYNESIDE
Postcode
NE27 0BY
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
North Tyneside
Electoral Ward
Shiremoor
Westminster Constituency
Cramlington and Killingworth

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ORTUS ECONOMIC RESEARCH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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