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Evaluation of the joint RE and OfS funding competition to improve access and participation for Black, Asian and minority ethnic students in postgraduate research study

OFFICE FOR STUDENTS

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24 Oct 2020 at 11:55

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Office for Students is initiating a tender process for the evaluation of a funding competition aimed at enhancing access and participation for Black, Asian, and minority ethnic students in postgraduate research. This tender, classified under evaluation consultancy services, is valued at £237,500 and is being conducted through an open procedure. The tender period is set to conclude on 23 November 2020, with the contract expected to commence on 1 March 2021 and remain active until 30 November 2025. The evaluation work will take place in the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in evaluation consultancy services and those committed to advancing diversity and inclusion within higher education. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to compete, given the emphasis on improving participation for underrepresented groups. Engaging in this contract could not only enhance the successful party's portfolio but also contribute to social good by supporting the education of diverse student populations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Evaluation of the joint RE and OfS funding competition to improve access and participation for Black, Asian and minority ethnic students in postgraduate research study

Notice Description

Evaluation of the joint Research England and Office for Students funding competition to improve access and participation for Black, Asian and minority ethnic students in postgraduate research study

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-da51cabb-b75a-41bb-bc31-cd93148753e6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3098f013-77b3-4939-bbdb-b0d07dd77c2e
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
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79419000 - Evaluation consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£237,500 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Oct 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Nov 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2021 - 30 Nov 2025 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OFFICE FOR STUDENTS
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@officeforstudents.org.uk
Contact Phone
+441179317149

Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS34 8SR
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Gifford
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Further Information

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