---
title: "Independent Evaluation of the Libraries: Opportunities for Everyone Innovation Fund Projects Contract"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-0e9b2450-8a52-4159-ae89-153c55acf264"
canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0e9b2450-8a52-4159-ae89-153c55acf264"
markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0e9b2450-8a52-4159-ae89-153c55acf264.md"
json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0e9b2450-8a52-4159-ae89-153c55acf264.json"
source: "Contracts Finder"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE MEDIA & SPORT"
published: "2017-12-04"
---

# Independent Evaluation of the Libraries: Opportunities for Everyone Innovation Fund Projects Contract

Buyer: THE DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE MEDIA & SPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0e9b2450-8a52-4159-ae89-153c55acf264

[View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0e9b2450-8a52-4159-ae89-153c55acf264)  
[Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0e9b2450-8a52-4159-ae89-153c55acf264.json)

## Summary

The procurement process pertains to the "Independent Evaluation of the Libraries: Opportunities for Everyone Innovation Fund Projects Contract" conducted by The Department For Culture Media & Sport. This contract falls under the 'Research and development services and related consultancy services' category, with its primary activity based in London, United Kingdom. The procurement was completed through a selective method, via a call-off from a framework agreement, with an end date for the tender period on 25 October 2017. The awarded contract, published on 4 December 2017, is valued at £79,355 and spans from 9 November 2017 to 30 November 2018.

This tender presents opportunities for research and consultancy firms, particularly those with a strong background in community services and libraries. Businesses that are small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this contract accessible, as it is designed for those capable of delivering independent evaluations, particularly in cultural and media sectors. Engaging in this procurement could enhance a firm's portfolio and establish connections with government departments, consequently facilitating business growth and development in related fields.

## Notice

An independent evaluation of the Libraries Opportunities for Everyone: innovation fund (LOFE).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/969fce8d-ebc2-495a-ab34-21052f9d09e3 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Dec 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Oct 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Oct 2017 |
| Contract period | 9 Nov 2017 - 30 Nov 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £80,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £79,355 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE MEDIA & SPORT |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2BQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | OFFICE FOR PUBLIC MANAGEMENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 4 Dec 2017 at 09:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/969fce8d-ebc2-495a-ab34-21052f9d09e3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/969fce8d-ebc2-495a-ab34-21052f9d09e3
  4th December 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0e9b2450-8a52-4159-ae89-153c55acf264. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0e9b2450-8a52-4159-ae89-153c55acf264.json.