Tender

WP3710 - Evaluation of the Black Country ESF Technical Assistance Project

WALSALL COUNCIL E-TENDERING

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Tender

14 May 2021 at 08:02

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is led by Walsall Council e-Tendering, who is seeking a high-quality provider for the evaluation of the Black Country ESF Technical Assistance Project (2019-2021). This tender, titled "WP3710 - Evaluation of the Black Country ESF Technical Assistance Project," falls under the industry category of business and management consultancy and related services. The procurement method is an open procedure with a deadline for submissions by 12:00 on 7 June 2021, and the contract is expected to commence on 1 July 2021, lasting until 30 September 2021. The evaluation aims to provide a detailed report assessing the project's success against its contractual obligations, management, and partnership efforts, along with stakeholder feedback for future initiatives.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the evaluation consultancy space, particularly those specialising in project management and analysis within the public sector. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to compete, especially those experienced in providing independent evaluations and assessments. Engaging in this project could enable businesses to expand their portfolio and enhance their visibility in public procurement, ultimately supporting their growth ambitions.

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Notice Title

WP3710 - Evaluation of the Black Country ESF Technical Assistance Project

Notice Description

Walsall Council, on behalf of the Black Country Technical Assistance Team (BCTA), is seeking a high quality provider to undertake an expert independent evaluation of the Black Country ESF Technical Assistance Project (2019 - 2021) To carry out an evaluation of the Black Country ESF Technical Assistance Project and produce detailed report which: o Review of the (2019-21) project's success in relation to its contractual obligations including its overall aim, objectives and the achievement of outputs and spend. o Reflect on the 2018 evaluation report and identify highlights of the programme as a whole (2016-2021). o Review the projects' success in relation to project management, partnership working and marketing and communication strategies. o Review the projects' success in relation to Cross Cutting themes (Equality and Sustainable Development) implementation plans. o Assess added value, providing value for money comparisons against other ESF Technical Assistance based projects. o Evaluate stakeholder feedback, identify any potential needs, make recommendations for the delivery of any future Technical Assistance provision in relation to UK Shared Prosperity Fund. Additional information: Please note that Walsall Council have a new Contract opportunity. For further details of the requirement, please see the following link to the Councils' e-Procurement web portal; https://in-tendhost.co.uk/walsallcouncil You will be required to register your organisation (if already not done so) and express your interest in the relevant project/opportunity. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e1567dd-89c8-4dbe-b948-594074eb9bec
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

79419000 - Evaluation consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 May 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Jun 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jul 2021 - 30 Sep 2021 1-6 months
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
WALSALL COUNCIL E-TENDERING
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MIDLANDS
Postcode
WS1 1TP
Post Town
Walsall
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG38 Walsall
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Walsall
Electoral Ward
St Matthew's
Westminster Constituency
Walsall and Bloxwich

Further Information

Notice Documents

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