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Provision of Research to inform the development of a Peace Institute in Scotland

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government is seeking proposals for the "Provision of Research to inform the development of a Peace Institute in Scotland." This tender is classified under the service industry and is located in Edinburgh, UK. The procurement process is currently in the Award stage, with the contract value amounting to £24,850. The initial public contract notice was issued on 23rd March 2022, and the research submission was due by 7th February 2022. The open procedure method was employed for this procurement, allowing wider participation from potential suppliers.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in social and political research, particularly those focused on peacebuilding and conflict resolution. Businesses that are adept at conducting literature reviews, risk assessments, and have a strong understanding of Scotland's contextual peace initiatives would be well-positioned to compete in this contract. Such engagements not only contribute to the research landscape but also enhance the reputation and market presence of participating firms in public sector procurements.

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Notice Title

Provision of Research to inform the development of a Peace Institute in Scotland

Notice Description

This brief sets out the terms of reference for the research project "Research to inform the development of a Peace Institute in Scotland". The aim of this research project is for a subject matter expert (SME) to provide the Scottish Government with a literature review summarising State and non-State actors' engagement in the area of peace building and assessing the impact of current activities of above actors. The project also aims to provide the Scottish Government with a risk assessment and risk management approach towards Scotland's engagement in peace building and a summary of Scotland's current offer on peace, including by academic institutions, Police Scotland, Beyond Borders Fellowships and other non-state actors, Quakers, Scottish Arbitration Service and others. Lastly, the project aims to provide the Scottish Government with an evidence-based options proposal.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The research team is expected to produce a report (maximum 60 pages) to include recommendations and submit it to the Scottish Government. The report should the following information and analysis; (i) A summary of the current activities of existing current State and non-State actors already engaged in peace building over last twenty years globally; (ii) Brief literature review covering impact of above actors (iii) A risk assessment and risk management approach towards Scotland's engagement in peace building, and (iv) A summary of Scotland's current offer on peace (e.g. Academic institutions, Police Scotland, Beyond Borders Fellowships, other non-state actors, Quakers, Scottish Arbitration Service, and others); (v) An options proposal on what a Scottish minimal, medium and maximum offer could be on Scottish Government engagement on peace and the peace institute in particular. This should include capacity and capability building suggestions for the Scottish Government to adopt in order to successfully administer work on peace-building within the civil service, and the wider peace institute. Proposals should also include discussion on implementation options for delivery.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000680527
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR444176
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
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
£25,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£24,850 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Mar 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Feb 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Feb 20224 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH6 6QQ
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Leith
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh North and Leith

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
4
Supplier Names

A CARL

AN DUCHAN

CONSENSUS CONSULTING GROUP

MONALISA ADHIKARI

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN438414&idx=1
    21st January 2022 - This ITT includes the quality criteria and specification that need to be addressed in the proposal.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN438414
    Provision of Research to inform the development of a Peace Institute in Scotland - This brief sets out the terms of reference for the research project "Research to inform the development of a Peace Institute in Scotland". The aim of this research project is for a subject matter expert (SME) to provide the Scottish Government with a literature review summarising State and non-State actors' engagement in the area of peace building and assessing the impact of current activities of above actors. The project also aims to provide the Scottish Government with a risk assessment and risk management approach towards Scotland's engagement in peace building and a summary of Scotland's current offer on peace, including by academic institutions, Police Scotland, Beyond Borders Fellowships and other non-state actors, Quakers, Scottish Arbitration Service and others. Lastly, the project aims to provide the Scottish Government with an evidence-based options proposal.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR444176
    Provision of Research to inform the development of a Peace Institute in Scotland - This brief sets out the terms of reference for the research project "Research to inform the development of a Peace Institute in Scotland". The aim of this research project is for a subject matter expert (SME) to provide the Scottish Government with a literature review summarising State and non-State actors' engagement in the area of peace building and assessing the impact of current activities of above actors. The project also aims to provide the Scottish Government with a risk assessment and risk management approach towards Scotland's engagement in peace building and a summary of Scotland's current offer on peace, including by academic institutions, Police Scotland, Beyond Borders Fellowships and other non-state actors, Quakers, Scottish Arbitration Service and others. Lastly, the project aims to provide the Scottish Government with an evidence-based options proposal.

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