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Developing detailed Theories of Change for the UK Modern Industrial Strategy Programme

DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS & TRADE

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31 Mar 2026 at 16:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Business & Trade in the United Kingdom awarded a contract for the development of detailed Theories of Change for the UK Modern Industrial Strategy Programme. This contract involves supplying research services and conducting a Rapid Evidence Assessment of leading economies' monitoring and evaluation approaches for large industrial programmes. Located in London, the contract period began on 27 March 2026 and is set to conclude by 31 May 2026, with the possibility of a one-month extension. The procurement followed a direct method and was completed below the threshold, without competition, directly awarded to London Economics, a small or medium-sized enterprise (SME). The procurement falls under the industry category of research services. The document was published on 31 March 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in research services, particularly those able to develop comprehensive policies and strategies within industrial programmes. The focus on the UK Modern Industrial Strategy Programme provides a platform for contributing to pivotal national initiatives. SMEs in the research sector, especially those capable of rapid assessments and policy development, would find this tender advantageous. The direct procurement method implies the importance of established reputation and proven capabilities, making it ideal for companies like London Economics, which was the successful supplier, to expand their portfolio and strengthen ties with central government buyers.

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Notice Title

Developing detailed Theories of Change for the UK Modern Industrial Strategy Programme

Notice Description

For the supply of the development of detailed Theories of Change for the UK Modern Industrial Strategy programme and carrying out a Rapid Evidence Assessment of leading economies approach to M&E for large industrial programmes to The Department for Business and Trade.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067a00
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030000-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£79,600 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
27 Mar 2026 - 31 May 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS & TRADE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2DY
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LONDON ECONOMICS

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