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Bairns' Hoose Pathfinder Phase Research

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government has awarded a contract for the "Bairns' Hoose Pathfinder Phase Research". The contract, worth £59,701, was awarded to Ipsos Scotland. This project, situated in Edinburgh, falls under the general public services and economic affairs categories, and is focused on conducting comprehensive research into the operation of the Bairns' Hoose Pathfinder Partnerships. The research aims to provide the project team with detailed information to shape decision-making during the Pathfinder phase and develop a guiding Blueprint for future programme phases. The procurement process used was an open procedure and the research is expected to be finalised by March 2026.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in research and analysis, particularly those experienced in working with multiagency professionals and organisational standards assessments. Businesses well-suited for this contract would include large-scale research firms and consultancy groups capable of delivering qualitative research and reviewing previous findings. For companies in the general public services and economic sectors, this project offers a chance to influence policy development and implementation strategies for a nationally significant programme.

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Notice Title

Bairns' Hoose Pathfinder Phase Research

Notice Description

The Scottish Government wishes to commission research into the operation of Bairns' Hoose Pathfinder Partnerships to provide the SG Bairns' Hoose project team with timely, robust information to inform decision making during the Pathfinder phase and the production of a Bairns' Hoose Blueprint that will guide the next phases of the programme. The research is focussed on process and identifying learning around methods, practices and resources required for implementation. The research will follow on from analytical work carried out in the early part of the Pathfinder phase. It will involve conducting primary qualitative research with multiagency professionals and analysis of the Standards Self-Assessment and Readiness Tool, as well as reviewing previously conducted outputs to produce a final Pathfinder research report, which is required to be completed by March 2026.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Government (SG), on behalf of the Scottish Ministers wishes to commission research into the operation of Bairns' Hoose Pathfinder Partnerships to provide the SG Bairns' Hoose project team with timely, robust information to inform decision making during the Pathfinder phase and the production of a Bairns' Hoose Blueprint that will guide the next phases of the programme. The research is focussed on process and identifying learning around methods, practices and resources required for implementation. The research will follow on from analytical work carried out in the early part of the Pathfinder phase. It will involve conducting primary qualitative research with multiagency professionals and analysis of the Standards Self-Assessment and Readiness Tool, as well as reviewing previously conducted outputs to produce a final Pathfinder research report, which is required to be completed by March 2026.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000775647
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV519084
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

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


CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

73210000 - Research consultancy services

79310000 - Market research services

79315000 - Social research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£59,701 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
18 Nov 2024 - 31 Mar 2026 1-2 years
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
Not specified
Contact Email
paul.packett@gov.scot
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
N/A
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

IPSOS SCOTLAND

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG512478&idx=1
    20th August 2024 - Bairns' Hoose Pathfinder Phase Research - Invitation to Tender (including specification)
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG512478&idx=2
    20th August 2024 - Scottish Government Terms & Conditions 2 Services
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG512478
    Bairns' Hoose Pathfinder Phase Research - The Scottish Government wishes to commission research into the operation of Bairns' Hoose Pathfinder Partnerships to provide the SG Bairns' Hoose project team with timely, robust information to inform decision making during the Pathfinder phase and the production of a Bairns' Hoose Blueprint that will guide the next phases of the programme. The research is focussed on process and identifying learning around methods, practices and resources required for implementation. The research will follow on from analytical work carried out in the early part of the Pathfinder phase. It will involve conducting primary qualitative research with multiagency professionals and analysis of the Standards Self-Assessment and Readiness Tool, as well as reviewing previously conducted outputs to produce a final Pathfinder research report, which is required to be completed by March 2026.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV519084
    Bairns' Hoose Pathfinder Phase Research - The Scottish Government wishes to commission research into the operation of Bairns' Hoose Pathfinder Partnerships to provide the SG Bairns' Hoose project team with timely, robust information to inform decision making during the Pathfinder phase and the production of a Bairns' Hoose Blueprint that will guide the next phases of the programme. The research is focussed on process and identifying learning around methods, practices and resources required for implementation. The research will follow on from analytical work carried out in the early part of the Pathfinder phase. It will involve conducting primary qualitative research with multiagency professionals and analysis of the Standards Self-Assessment and Readiness Tool, as well as reviewing previously conducted outputs to produce a final Pathfinder research report, which is required to be completed by March 2026.

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