Tender

PS22044 Experimental approaches to public dialogue: ITQ for a supplier to manage and evaluate a UKRI grant fund

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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Summary of the contracting process

The UK Shared Business Services Limited has initiated a procurement process titled "PS22044 Experimental approaches to public dialogue: ITT for a supplier to manage and evaluate a UKRI grant fund." This tender falls under the category of Research and Development services, specifically focusing on innovative public dialogue methodologies. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with a submission deadline set for Friday, 18th March 2022 at 11:00. The services required are primarily targeted for delivery within the South West region of the United Kingdom, with the contract period starting on 4th April 2022 and concluding on 31st March 2023. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, which encourages participation from various organisations.

This opportunity presents significant avenues for business growth, particularly for organisations that specialise in public engagement, creative arts, digital technology, and programme management. Potential bidders should possess innovative concepts, robust networks within relevant sectors, and a proven track record in grant management and evaluation. The tender encourages small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) to apply, making it an accessible opportunity for businesses ready to leverage their expertise in enhancing public dialogue through cutting-edge techniques.

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Notice Title

PS22044 Experimental approaches to public dialogue: ITQ for a supplier to manage and evaluate a UKRI grant fund

Notice Description

The final date and time for the submission of bids is Friday 18th March 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 Requirement Summary of requirement UKRI is committed to listen to and act on diverse views to shape research and innovation priorities, and to co-create a responsive and inclusive research and innovation system. For this fund we will trial new possibilities for constructive conversation, connection and cooperation on research and innovation related topics. In realising these possibilities, we will fund pilots that deploy cutting edge digital and creative techniques to extend reach, facilitate 'bottom-up' and 'informal' engagement, and explore novel approaches to understanding online debate. With this ITQ, we invite organisations to submit proposals to manage and evaluate the fund. In practice this will involve fund management and administration, overseeing payments to pilot projects, publicising the fund, supporting pilot projects, and reviewing, synthesising, and sharing pilot outcomes and learning. For the role of the supplier, we are looking for an organisation with: * Fresh thinking and new ideas to undertaking experimental public dialogue that can deliver understanding and new forms of impact. * Excellent networks with public engagement practitioners, and experts in technology, design, creative arts, entertainment, communications, and digital. * Strong track record in programme and grant management, communications, and evaluation, and producing high quality and engaging outputs to showcase programme and project learning. * Strong understanding of the latest developments in research and innovation policy and thinking across government, academia, research councils, and other UKRI stakeholders. 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 as set out in the ITQ 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://www.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://www.delta-esourcing.com/ and the follow the instructions to 'Log in' Once you are logged into the system you will be able to link yourself into this procurement using the Access Code: B679W889YD Additional information: DO NOT APPLY DIRECTLY TO BUYER All submissions will be assessed in accordance with the Public Procurement Regulations that apply to this opportunity. Responses must be received by the date and time in the tender documentation; responses received outside of the deadline or not sent via the Delta eSourcing portal will not be accepted or considered by the Contracting Authority further for this opportunity. Interested organisations should ensure that they allow a sufficiency of time, prior to the deadline to allow all sections to be completed in full and any attachments to be uploaded. 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, as well as other messages and updates in relation to any specific tender event. Please note that any and all information secured outside of the messaging service, shall have no merit or worth and should not be relied upon by any organisation submitting a tender response. Please note it is your organisations 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 under no circumstances as part of your organisations participation in this opportunity, will the Contracting Authority be liable for any costs incurred by any organisation as a result. If the Contracting Authority decides to enter into a contract with any successful organisation(s), 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 your organisation in doing so. 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

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4ea2679e-daca-40ba-988e-19ae2a6bfa8c
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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

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


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related 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
21 Feb 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Mar 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 Apr 2022 - 31 Mar 2023 6-12 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
UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
Contact Name
Karl Oakley
Contact Email
professionalservices@uksbs.co.uk
Contact Phone
01793 867000

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
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

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