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DS51EES72026 - Monitoring and Evaluation - EDGE Punjab Project with UNICEF

BRITISH COUNCIL

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07 Jul 2026 at 07:31

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The British Council is seeking proposals for Monitoring and Evaluation (MEL) support for the EDGE Punjab Project, in collaboration with UNICEF. This procurement process is in the tender stage and is described under the title "DS51EES72026 - Monitoring and Evaluation - EDGE Punjab Project with UNICEF". The project will be implemented in selected districts of Punjab, Pakistan. The industry category involved is research services, and the contract's estimated value is £24,000. Interested parties can submit their proposals by the deadline of 20th July 2026. The contract is set to commence on 3rd August 2026 and could extend up to March 2029, subject to performance and potential extension.

This tender provides valuable opportunities for consulting firms and organisations specialising in education and digital project evaluation. With its focus on refining evaluation matrices and developing adaptive learning plans, the contract is well-suited for businesses experienced in educational and digital project evaluations who can deliver quality assessments and detailed methodologies. The open procurement method fosters a competitive environment, encouraging innovative solutions and fostering growth for firms eager to expand their portfolio in international projects, particularly within Pakistan. Organisations with a strong company profile, relevant client experiences, and cost-efficient proposals stand a favourable chance of securing this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DS51EES72026 - Monitoring and Evaluation - EDGE Punjab Project with UNICEF

Notice Description

The British Council invites qualified organisations, or consulting firms to submit proposals for MEL support to the EDGE (English and Digital for Girls' Education) project implemented in selected districts of Punjab, Pakistan. The MEL Partner will i) Refine the indicator matrix and provide a refined evaluation matrix ii) Develop and implement a structured formative evaluation and adaptive learning plan for the entire project life iii) and undertake a thorough end of project evaluation. For details, please refer to attached RFP tender documents.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 21 months with an option for an extension for up to an additional 6 month based on performance.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c4b8
Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063405-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£24,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£24,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
20 Jul 20264 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 Aug 2026 - 1 Sep 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRITISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JQ
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Further Information

Notice Documents

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