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DFID 8093 (formerly DFID 7902) Understanding knowledge systems and what works to promote science technology and innovation in Kenya, Tanzania and Rwanda - Contract Notice

DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

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28 Sep 2017 at 15:20

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for International Development (DFID) is seeking to engage in a research study titled "DFID 8093 (formerly DFID 7902) Understanding knowledge systems and what works to promote science technology and innovation in Kenya, Tanzania, and Rwanda". This contract, classified under foreign economic-aid-related services, has a value of £650,000 and is currently in the tender stage. The deadline for submitting proposals is set for 29th October 2017. The project will run from 6th November 2017 until 5th May 2019, focusing on improving the impact of investments in science, technology, and innovation.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses operating in research and consultancy, particularly those specializing in science, technology, and innovation systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations are encouraged to participate, as the procurement method employed is selective, allowing for targeted expertise. Businesses that can demonstrate a strong understanding of the regional contexts of Kenya, Tanzania, and Rwanda, as well as the ability to deliver practical recommendations, will be ideally positioned to benefit from this opportunity.

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Notice Title

DFID 8093 (formerly DFID 7902) Understanding knowledge systems and what works to promote science technology and innovation in Kenya, Tanzania and Rwanda - Contract Notice

Notice Description

A research study to understand national knowledge systems.The objective of the research is to identify practicalareas for change to enhance the impact of government and external investments in science,technology and innovation. DFID would like to fund this study, working in technical collaboration with the Science GrantingCouncils of Kenya, Tanzania and Rwanda. This study is part of a wider partnership programme which includesthe Science Granting Councils Initiative, a partnership between Canada's IDRC, South Africa's NationalResearch Fund and fifteen Science Granting Councils across Africa.The purpose of this research is to proposepractical actions and recommendations for effective investments in science,technology and innovation by these countries and their partners. Additional information: All relevant information relating to this Contract Notice can be found on the DFID Supplier Portal where suppliers can register their interest directly. If you are not already registered as a supplier on the DFID Supplier Portal please follow the guidance which can be found on the top left of the home page: https://supplierportal.dfid.gov.uk/selfservice/

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/92c6d784-da1a-44c3-8d40-dda052756be1
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services


CPV Codes

75211200 - Foreign economic-aid-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£650,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Sep 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Oct 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
6 Nov 2017 - 5 May 2019 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EAST KILBRIDE
Postcode
G75 8EA
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM95 South Lanarkshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
South Lanarkshire
Electoral Ward
East Kilbride West
Westminster Constituency
East Kilbride and Strathaven

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