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GB-Manchester: ACE 586 ITT - Virtual School/Cultural Sector Learning Partnership Programme Evaluation (The Midlands)

ARTS COUNCIL ENGLAND

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17 Dec 2024 at 14:10

Summary of the contracting process

Arts Council England has awarded a contract to EAP Research Consultancy Limited to conduct an independent evaluation of the Virtual School/Cultural Sector Learning Partnership Programme (The Midlands). This procurement, classified under 'evaluation consultancy services,' involved an open procedure and was meant to support the development of innovative and replicable approaches to engage Care Experienced Children and Young People (CECYP) with cultural and creative activities. The contract, valued at £16,075, covers regions including the British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom, and will run from 5 August 2024 to 16 January 2026. The tender process concluded on 23 July 2024.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in evaluation consultancy, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs). By participating in such contracts, businesses can gain valuable experience and visibility, potentially leading to future work in the public sector. Companies with expertise in educational evaluations, especially those experienced in cultural sector programmes and youth engagement, would be well-suited to compete for similar tenders. Additionally, this contract underscores the importance of innovative solutions in educational and cultural sectors, providing a platform for businesses to showcase their creativity and impact.

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Notice Title

GB-Manchester: ACE 586 ITT - Virtual School/Cultural Sector Learning Partnership Programme Evaluation (The Midlands)

Notice Description

Arts Council England are seeking a contractor to conduct an independent evaluation of the Virtual School/Cultural Sector Learning Partnership Programme (The Midlands), a Midlands-wide action research approach which develops learning partnerships between virtual schools, cultural organisations and Care Experienced Children and Young People (CECYP). This evaluation will consider delivery, progress against the anticipated outcomes and measures of success, impact on the programme participants, and the extent to which new, innovative and replicable approaches to support CECYP to engage with cultural and creative activities have been developed. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e5e553f2-2db7-4ec7-9a2f-f4bc099ee247
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/827afdec-79a2-4ff0-aac7-4aae8622df2b
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

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
£16,075 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£16,075 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Jul 20241 years ago
Contract Period
4 Aug 2024 - 16 Jan 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ARTS COUNCIL ENGLAND
Contact Name
Procurement Services
Contact Email
procurement.services@artscouncil.org.uk
Contact Phone
01619344317

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 1FN
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EAP RESEARCH CONSULTANCY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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