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Chagossians Higher Education Bursaries Scheme

Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office

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Award

27 Aug 2024 at 10:25

Award Notice
Tender

18 Apr 2024 at 14:26

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has awarded a contract under the title "Chagossians Higher Education Bursaries Scheme" within the industry category of foreign economic-aid-related services. This procurement, which is now complete, focused on continuing the support for the Chagossian community by providing higher education bursaries for the 24/25 academic year and beyond. The awarded contract, signed on 23rd July 2024, holds a total value of £3 million and is set to follow an open procedure. Key locations involved are the UK and Mauritius, with Middlesex International (Mauritius) Ltd, operating as Middlesex University (Mauritius), as the supplier. The procurement stage has moved from tender to award, ensuring that eligible Chagossians receive educational opportunities and support.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for educational institutions and service providers who are capable of designing and delivering high-quality bursary schemes. Potential businesses suited for competition include higher education providers registered with the UK Office for Students and accredited by the Mauritius Higher Education Commission. Additionally, these institutions must provide face-to-face tuition in Mauritius and have facilities in the UK. The procurement method detailed, being open and inclusive of SME participation, makes it feasible for a variety of educational entities to leverage this tender to expand their offerings, enter new markets, and support community-driven initiatives. Successful execution of this scheme will not only elevate the educational prospects of the Chagossian community but also bolster the service provider's reputation in the dynamic field of international education aid services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Chagossians Higher Education Bursaries Scheme

Notice Description

Award Notice for Chagossians Higher Education Bursaries Scheme Chagossians are the former inhabitants of the British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT) / Chagos Archipelago. In 2016, the UK Government made a commitment to provide PS40m of support to the Chagossian community. As part of this commitment, FCDO have funded a number of projects in the UK and Mauritius, including a bursary scheme for Chagossians with Middlesex University Mauritius (MUM). FCDO's contract with MUM will end in August 2024. To date, 11 Chagossians have benefitted from bursaries awarded by MUM. The purpose of the tender was to ensure FCDO continue their support for the community by putting in place a further scheme for Chagossians to benefit from higher education for the 24/25 academic year and beyond.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Award Notice for Chagossians Higher Education Bursaries Scheme Chagossians are the former inhabitants of the British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT) / Chagos Archipelago. In 2016, the UK Government made a commitment to provide PS40m of support to the Chagossian community. As part of this commitment, FCDO have funded a number of projects in the UK and Mauritius, including a bursary scheme for Chagossians with Middlesex University Mauritius (MUM). FCDO's contract with MUM will end in August 2024. To date, 11 Chagossians have benefitted from bursaries awarded by MUM. The purpose of the tender was to ensure FCDO continue their support for the community by putting in place a further scheme for Chagossians to benefit from higher education for the 24/25 academic year and beyond.

Options: Please note the estimated value of this requirement is up to a maximum of PS3 million. This figure includes an initial Contract of up to 60 months at a value up to PS2 million with optional extensions of up to 36-month and/or PS1 million (which may be exercised at any point during the life of the contract). The estimated value includes all applicable taxes, and tenderers should include all applicable taxes in their tenders.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04535d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027232-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

CPV Codes

75211200 - Foreign economic-aid-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jul 20242 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EAST KILBRIDE
Postcode
G75 8EA
Postcode Area
Glasgow
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM95 South Lanarkshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
South Lanarkshire
Electoral Ward
East Kilbride West
Westminster Constituency
East Kilbride and Strathaven

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Middlesex International (Mauritius) Ltd operating as Middlesex University (Mauritius)

Further Information

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