Tender

Energy and Climate Change Behavioural Science Framework - RAF063/2122

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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Tender

13 Apr 2022 at 19:35

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The UK Shared Business Services Ltd is initiating a tender for the "Energy and Climate Change Behavioural Science Framework - RAF063/2122" in the research and development consultancy services sector. The submission deadline for bids is Thursday, 26th May 2022, at 11:00, with the contract period set to commence from 15th July 2022 and concluding on 29th November 2024. This open procurement process is organised into three lots: applying innovative behavioural thinking to policy problems, understanding end users, and testing the impact of policy proposals, with all submissions required to be made via the Delta eSourcing Portal.

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs within the consultancy space, particularly for those specialising in behavioural science, public policy analysis, and user research. Firms that can demonstrate innovative approaches to policy challenges or have expertise in evaluating behavioural impacts on energy and climate change initiatives will be well-positioned to compete. Collaborating with UK SBS may also facilitate partnerships that enhance service delivery capabilities, ultimately supporting business growth in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Energy and Climate Change Behavioural Science Framework - RAF063/2122

Notice Description

The final date and time for the submission of bids is Thursday, 26th May 2022 at 11:00. DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the Delta eSourcing Portal. Brief Description of the requirement: This commission will be based upon our existing Energy and Climate Change Behavioural Science Framework, through which call-off contracts can be procured, as our current framework will expire shortly. We encourage bids from new suppliers, as well as those who are on the existing framework The procurement is separated across 3 Lots as follows: - Lot 1: Applying innovative behavioural thinking to a policy problem. - Lot 2: Understanding end users and developing behavioural solutions. - Lot 3: Testing the impact of policy proposals. This contract will end on 29/11/2024. Please ensure you review all attached information to ensure a full understanding of this requirement. All attachments can be found with the Document Uploads tab within the Delta eSourcing Portal. This contract will be awarded based on the evaluation criteria set out in the RFP document. How to Apply UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) will be using the Delta eSourcing Portal for this procurement. To register on the Delta eSourcing portal please use the link https://uksbs.delta-esourcing.com and follow the instructions to register. If you are already registered on the Delta eSourcing Portal and wish to participate in this procurement, please use the link: https://uksbs.delta-esourcing.com and the follow the instructions to 'Login' Once you are logged into the system you will be able to link yourself into this procurement using the Access Code: CR8K678QFK Please disregard any content in this notice that requests your organisation "to apply directly to the buyer" as this unfortunately a system generated error, that is outside of the Contracting Authorities control. Additional information: DO NOT APPLY DIRECTLY TO BUYER All submissions will be assessed in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, for procurement values that exceed Regulation 5 (Threshold amounts) Responses must be received by the date in the tender documentation; responses received outside of the deadline or not sent via the Delta eSourcing portal will not be accepted or considered further for this opportunity. As a user of the Delta eSourcing Portal you will have access to the Delta messaging service which facilitates all messages sent to you and from you in relation to any specific tender event. Please note it is your responsibility to access these messages on a regular basis to ensure you have sight of all relevant information applicable to this opportunity. The contracting authority expressly reserves the right: i. not to award any contract as a result of the procurement process commenced by publication of this notice;and ii. to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the procurement; and in no circumstances will the contracting authority be liable for any costs incurred by any supplier. If the contracting authority decides to enter into a contract with the successful supplier, this does not mean that there is any guarantee of subsequent contracts being awarded. Any expenditure, work or effort undertaken prior to contract award is accordingly a matter solely for the commercial judgement of bidders. About UK Shared Business Services UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) brings a commercial attitude to the public sector; helping our contracting authorities to improve efficiency, generate savings and modernise. Where UK SBS is not named as the Contracting Authority within the documentation, UK SBS will be acting as an agent on behalf of the Contracting Authority. Our broad range of expert services is shared by our customers. This allows our customers the freedom to focus resources on core activities; innovating and transforming their own organisations. For full details of our partner base please review the following link: http://www.uksbs.co.uk/services/procure/contracts/Pages/default.aspx The Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy do not commit to any spend under this framework agreement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6e5768a-9264-4aae-bd1b-c4d543977379
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

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

CPV Codes

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

79300000 - Market and economic research; polling and statistics

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Apr 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 May 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Jul 2022 - 29 Nov 2024 2-3 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
UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
Contact Name
Alexandra richards
Contact Email
professionalservices@uksbs.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FF
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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