--- title: "UKRI - 3747 Evaluation of the UKRI Research Infrastructure for Conservation and Heritage Science (RICHeS) project" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-04b9ae36-1cb0-4443-9c3d-cfaba98c22c4" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-04b9ae36-1cb0-4443-9c3d-cfaba98c22c4" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-04b9ae36-1cb0-4443-9c3d-cfaba98c22c4.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-04b9ae36-1cb0-4443-9c3d-cfaba98c22c4.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION" published: "2024-03-13" --- # UKRI - 3747 Evaluation of the UKRI Research Infrastructure for Conservation and Heritage Science (RICHeS) project Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-04b9ae36-1cb0-4443-9c3d-cfaba98c22c4 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-04b9ae36-1cb0-4443-9c3d-cfaba98c22c4) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-04b9ae36-1cb0-4443-9c3d-cfaba98c22c4.json) ## Summary The UK Research & Innovation is seeking a supplier for the evaluation of the UKRI Research Infrastructure for Conservation and Heritage Science (RICHeS) project. The tender, titled "UKRI - 3747 Evaluation of the UKRI RICHeS project," falls under the industry category of research and development services. The procurement stage is currently active, with a tender period ending on 18th March 2024. The contract period is scheduled to start on 30th April 2024 and end on 29th April 2026. This open procurement process aims to conduct an impact and process evaluation, providing opportunities for SMEs to participate. This tender issued by UK Research & Innovation presents an opportunity for businesses within the research and development services sector to engage in the evaluation of the RICHeS project. Companies specializing in consultancy services and impact evaluation are well-suited to compete in this open procedure. With a contract value of £1,000,000 GBP, SMEs and other economic operators can leverage this opportunity for business growth. The evaluation framework outlined in the tender provides a roadmap for rigorous evaluation and ongoing learning, benefitting the conservation and heritage science community. ## Notice Text to be corrected in the original notice: Place of text to be modified: Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate Instead of: 18 March 2024 Time: 14:00 Read New: 03 April 2024 Time: 14:00 Place of text to be modified: Conditions for opening of tenders Instead of: 18 March 2024 Time: 14:00 Read New: 03 April 2024 Time: 14:00 Other additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. The Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) is seeking an supplier to undertake an impact and process evaluation of the Research Infrastructure for Conservation and Heritage Science (RICHeS) programme. The objective of this tender is to conduct a comprehensive and rigorous evaluation of the RICHeS programme impact on the conservation and heritage science community. The evaluation will consist of three main components an: Evaluation Framework, Process Evaluation and Impact Evaluation which includes a Baseline Report). The Evaluation Framework aims to establish a roadmap for effectively executing the RICHeS evaluation. It will outline the methodology, key milestones and communication strategies. This framework will accommodate the scale and duration of the RICHeS programme, providing opportunities for ongoing learning, review and reflection. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bcff8e30-e9d5-4a31-af2a-fc671a2589ec | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 13 Mar 2024 | | Submission deadline | 18 Mar 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 29 Apr 2024 - 29 Apr 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION | | Locality | SWINDON | | Post town | Swindon | | Postcode | SN2 1FL | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire | | ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon | | Local authority | Swindon | | Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney | | Westminster constituency | Swindon North | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ## Release History - 13 Mar 2024 at 09:15 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bcff8e30-e9d5-4a31-af2a-fc671a2589ec - 26 Feb 2024 at 10:55 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bcff8e30-e9d5-4a31-af2a-fc671a2589ec ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bcff8e30-e9d5-4a31-af2a-fc671a2589ec 13th March 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=841575227 Please follow this link to view the notice. ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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