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Procurement for supply of research services - Evaluation of the Service Pupil Support Programme

ARMED FORCES COVENANT FUND TRUSTEE LIMITED

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

11 Nov 2024 at 17:26

Tender

18 Jun 2024 at 13:28

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trustee Limited focuses on the supply of research services specifically for the evaluation of the Service Pupil Support Programme. This initiative falls under the industry category of research consultancy services and is situated within the UK. The procurement has successfully advanced to the award stage, with a contract awarded to Alma Economics Ltd. Key dates include the tender end date on 19 July 2024, the contract signing date on 30 July 2024, and the contract's commencement and end dates spanning from 29 July 2024 to 30 November 2026. The procurement utilised an open procedure method, demonstrating transparency and inclusivity in the solicitation process.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research consultancy and impact assessment services. Given the project's focus on evaluating a governmental programme, companies experienced in providing comprehensive and economic evaluations would find this project particularly beneficial. The evaluation requires adept handling of both impact assessment and economic evaluation elements, making it suitable for firms capable of delivering detailed and insightful analysis. Additionally, the contract, valued at £83,000, offers a substantial financial incentive. Businesses that can ensure precise delivery in alignment with the Trust's expectations and are versed in working with public sector entities would be well-positioned to thrive through this opportunity.

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Notice Title

Procurement for supply of research services - Evaluation of the Service Pupil Support Programme

Notice Description

Evaluation of the Service Pupil Support Programme

Lot Information

Lot 1

Evaluation of the Service Pupil Support Programme

Options: Terms and deliverables can be negotiated at the discretion of the Trust.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0470cd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036493-2024
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73210000 - Research consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£83,300 Under £100K
Lots Value
£83,300 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£83,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jul 20241 years ago
Contract Period
28 Jul 2024 - 30 Nov 2026 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ARMED FORCES COVENANT FUND TRUSTEE LIMITED
Contact Name
Tom Traynor
Contact Email
info@covenantfund.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS1 4AP
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Hunslet & Riverside
Westminster Constituency
Leeds South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ALMA ECONOMICS

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