Tender

Strategic College Improvement Fund (SCIF) Mainstage Evaluation

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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16 Jan 2019 at 11:11

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17 Dec 2018 at 11:51

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education is seeking a contractor for the evaluation of the Strategic College Improvement Fund (SCIF). This process, classified under research and development services, is currently in the tender stage, with the deadline for Expressions of Interest (EOIs) set for 17:00 on 18th January 2019. The contract period will commence on 1st March 2019 and last until 31st August 2020, covering work required across the United Kingdom and other regions. The procurement will follow an open procedure below threshold.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the consultancy and research sectors, particularly those that specialise in education evaluation and data analysis. Companies with expertise in secondary data analysis and case study development would be especially well-suited to compete for this contract, as they can provide in-depth evaluations and actionable insights to the education sector. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given the eligibility stated in the tender requirements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Strategic College Improvement Fund (SCIF) Mainstage Evaluation

Notice Description

A contractor is sought to undertake an evaluation of SCIF. It is expected to consist of; * Secondary analysis of available data and monitoring information. * The option for case studies to provide in depth examples of lessons to share with the sector. DEADLINE FOR RESPONSES IS 17.00 ON FRIDAY 18th JANUARY 2019 Additional information: Word Limit for EOIs is 1000 words

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/34e6148d-4d84-496a-9034-53ab89f4d573
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jan 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Jan 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2019 - 31 Aug 2020 1-2 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
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S1 2FJ
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Further Information

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