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Final Evaluation of Business Support Services in Wales

WELSH GOVERNMENT

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

07 Apr 2022 at 11:52

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Tender

03 Dec 2021 at 08:50

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Summary of the contracting process

The Welsh Government is conducting a procurement process titled "Final Evaluation of Business Support Services in Wales," which falls under the services category and specifically relates to evaluation consultancy services. This initiative aims to assess the impact of Business Support Services funded by the European Regional Development Fund, especially focusing on the Business Wales and Superfast Broadband Exploitation operations. The procurement process is currently in the award stage, with the evaluation anticipated to take place from February 2022 through September 2023. Bidders should note that the deadline for submission of bids was on 24 January 2022, and the award period concluded on 23 February 2022.

This tender presents an excellent growth opportunity for evaluation consultancy firms and organisations that specialise in impact assessments, particularly those experienced with European funding projects. Companies capable of delivering insights into the effectiveness and impacts of public services, especially in the context of supporting small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Wales, would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The involvement of the Welsh Government and partnerships with organisations focusing on business support further emphasises the potential for long-term collaboration and engagement in the Welsh economy.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Final Evaluation of Business Support Services in Wales

Notice Description

This is a final evaluation of Business Support Services that have been supported by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). This includes the Business Wales and Superfast Broadband Exploitation (SFBE) operations. Collectively, the Business Wales programme of operations provide a 'one-stop-shop' to support entrepreneurs and enable SME businesses in Wales to grow and create jobs and present a key part of the Welsh Government's programme for business in Wales. The Welsh Government (and WEFO) has made substantial investments to extend Next Generation Broadband infrastructure or 'superfast connectivity' through the Superfast Cymru programme.The overall aim of the work specified here is to provide a process and impact evaluation of the ERDF elements within Business Wales and Superfast Broadband Exploitation WEFO Operations. Two reports will be produced; at the interim and final stages of the contract. The final report only will be published. The evaluation will assess the success of the Programme against its stated outputs and delivery objectives, and measure outcomes and impact.The evaluation will be required to analyse the progress of the key monitoring requirements for this operation in terms of the key performance indicators.The evaluation is anticipated to be conducted between February 2022 and September 2023. This timescale will enable assessment of the Programme delivery, WEFO output targets, and may expect to capture observable impacts as a result of Project interventions. The specification sets out what is required, provides background information on the Final Evaluation of Business Support Services in Wales and suggestions on method, but bidders are encouraged to propose alternative methods for carrying out this work within the available budget and timescale.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-116250
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=116250
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79419000 - Evaluation consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£64,450 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Apr 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Feb 20224 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WELSH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
CPS, Shukura Babirye
Contact Email
Not specified
Contact Phone
+44 3000257095

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF10 3NQ
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Cathays
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff South and Penarth

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WAVEHILL

Further Information

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