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Research into the representation of equality groups in elected office

EQUALITY AND HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION

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Summary of the contracting process

The Equality and Human Rights Commission in Manchester is conducting a tender titled "Research into the representation of equality groups in elected office." This procurement falls under the services category and is currently in the active stage. Potential contractors must submit their bids by 5th December 2017, with a total budget amounting to £60,000. The commission aims to gather comprehensive analyses and evidence regarding the diversity in political candidacy and office representation, focusing on promoting equality and understanding barriers to participation in line with the Equality Act 2010.

This tender presents significant business opportunities for research firms specialising in political representation, equality studies, or data analysis. Companies that can demonstrate expertise in conducting comprehensive social research and those capable of collaborating in consortia will be ideally positioned to compete for this contract. Additionally, firms experienced in exploring international best practices in electoral inclusivity and evidence-based recommendations for enhancing diversity within political offices will find themselves at a competitive advantage in this procurement process.

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Notice Title

Research into the representation of equality groups in elected office

Notice Description

We want to have a clearer understanding of the existing evidence base and gaps in relation to the diversity of candidates and elected politicians. We have three research opportunities and potential contractors can apply for one, two or all three lots. Potential contractors can apply individually or as part of a consortium bid. The research reports will provide the Commission with: - Comprehensive an analysis of existing data on the diversity of national and local politicians in Britain - Evidence of action taken in other countries to create conditions to improve the representation of underrepresented groups in elected office and how successful these have been and, - Evidence of barriers to political participation that are linked to political party structures, processes and the support provided and are linked to the protected characteristics in the Equality Act 2010.

Lot Information

International research

International examples of measures to create conditions for greater diversity in elected office

Scotland research

Experiences of standing for selection and election in Scotland

UK research

Experiences of standing for selection and election in Scotland

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000519345
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY386479
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

63726800 - Research vessel services

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 May 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Dec 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 May 20205 years ago
Contract Period
15 Dec 2017 - 30 Mar 2018 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EQUALITY AND HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurementhelpdesk@equalityhumanrights.com
Contact Phone
+44 1618298100, +44 2078327800

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M4 3AQ
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV301266
    Research into the representation of equality groups in elected office - We want to have a clearer understanding of the existing evidence base and gaps in relation to the diversity of candidates and elected politicians. We have three research opportunities and potential contractors can apply for one, two or all three lots. Potential contractors can apply individually or as part of a consortium bid. The research reports will provide the Commission with: - Comprehensive an analysis of existing data on the diversity of national and local politicians in Britain - Evidence of action taken in other countries to create conditions to improve the representation of underrepresented groups in elected office and how successful these have been and, - Evidence of barriers to political participation that are linked to political party structures, processes and the support provided and are linked to the protected characteristics in the Equality Act 2010.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY386479
    Research into the representation of equality groups in elected office - We want to have a clearer understanding of the existing evidence base and gaps in relation to the diversity of candidates and elected politicians. We have three research opportunities and potential contractors can apply for one, two or all three lots. Potential contractors can apply individually or as part of a consortium bid. The research reports will provide the Commission with: - Comprehensive an analysis of existing data on the diversity of national and local politicians in Britain - Evidence of action taken in other countries to create conditions to improve the representation of underrepresented groups in elected office and how successful these have been and, - Evidence of barriers to political participation that are linked to political party structures, processes and the support provided and are linked to the protected characteristics in the Equality Act 2010.

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