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State of the World's Plants and Fungi (SOTWPF) 2023 scientific copy writer

BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS KEW

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13 Jun 2023 at 08:30

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Summary of the contracting process

The Royal Botanic Gardens Kew has awarded a contract for the State of the World's Plants and Fungi (SOTWPF) 2023 scientific copywriter. The contract, valued at £20,000 GBP, involves reviewing scientific research manuscripts, synthesizing data for a report, and collaborating with various teams at Kew. The procurement method used was a direct single tender action below the threshold. The contract period runs from May 12, 2023, to October 10, 2023, with the tender period ending on May 11, 2023, and the contract awarded on the same day. The tender is suited for small and medium-sized enterprises.

This tender by the Royal Botanic Gardens Kew offers business growth opportunities to those experienced in scientific copywriting and content standardization. Businesses well-versed in research services, performance review services, and data management are likely to find this contract suitable. The location for the contract is in London, United Kingdom, with a specific postal code provided. The deadline for submission has passed, and the contract has been awarded to a freelance communication consultant. Suppliers adept at working with prestigious organisations in the scientific field will find this tender appealing for their growth prospects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

State of the World's Plants and Fungi (SOTWPF) 2023 scientific copy writer

Notice Description

The contractor is required to review approximately 20 scientific research manuscripts which will be published separately in a special issue of an academic journal, and to synthesise the data, results and conclusions into a high-profile report suitable for a broad international audience. The work requires liaising with and interviewing the lead authors of the journal publications to extract key information and messages, drafting the full SOTWPF report, distilling key data into maps and infographics and working with Kew's Senior Science Editor and Creative Services team throughout the writing and design process. The contractor will also work closely with the SOTWPF Senior Project Manager and Senior Science Editor to troubleshoot issues and ensure that work is kept to deadlines and a very high-quality standard.It is essential that the contractor has an in-depth understanding of the relevant scientific literature and research techniques and be able to critically appraise the standard of research to ensure the rigour and evidence base of the report's contents. They must be familiar with the content and editorial style of previous SOTWPF reports and have a good working knowledge of Kew's internal workflow for design and production of the report

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/263e9eb4-d6bc-4cbc-aa8c-1644e8ca8bfd
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

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

CPV Codes

22211000 - Journals

48613000 - Electronic data management (EDM)

72322000 - Data management services

72330000 - Content or data standardization and classification services

73110000 - Research services

79313000 - Performance review services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jun 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 May 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 May 20232 years ago
Contract Period
11 May 2023 - 10 Oct 2023 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
BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS KEW
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@kew.org
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
TW9 3AE
Post Town
Twickenham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Richmond upon Thames
Electoral Ward
Kew
Westminster Constituency
Richmond Park

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CAROLYN FRY -FREELANCE COMMUNICATION CONSULTANT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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