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title: "GB-London: A study in the challenges and benefits of the process of commissioning Social Impact Bonds in the UK, and the potential for replication and scaling."
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# GB-London: A study in the challenges and benefits of the process of commissioning Social Impact Bonds in the UK, and the potential for replication and scaling.

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR DIGITAL CULTURE MEDIA AND SPORT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0f4c6599-c216-417a-8a60-65ce98194941

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## Summary

The Department for Digital Culture Media and Sport is seeking providers for a research project titled "A study in the challenges and benefits of the process of commissioning Social Impact Bonds in the UK, and the potential for replication and scaling." This contract falls under the industry category of research services and is set to be conducted in London, UK. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, with the tender active until the deadline of 12 December 2018, at 23:59:59 GMT. The contract period is scheduled to commence on 7 January 2019 and conclude on 31 May 2019. The estimated value of the contract is £50,000, with a minimum threshold of £25,000 for bids.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for organisations specialising in research services, particularly those with expertise in social research, to engage in impactful work that could influence the commissioning of Social Impact Bonds across the UK. Businesses that can effectively demonstrate their capacity for rigorous analysis and innovative methodologies will be well-suited to compete for this contract. The involvement of voluntary and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in this process is anticipated, making it a fertile ground for companies looking to expand their portfolio in the public sector.

## Notice

NOTE: This notice was updated on 23 November 2018 for the following reason: Changed to show it is suitable both Voluntary sector and SME's(A study in the challenges and benefits of the process of commissioning Social Impact Bonds in the UK, and the potential for replication and scaling.)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d4f2277b-44b4-4161-96df-f8599218bd12 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Nov 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Dec 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 7 Jan 2019 - 31 May 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR DIGITAL CULTURE MEDIA AND 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 | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services
- 79315000 - Social research services

## Release History

- 23 Nov 2018 at 14:35 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d4f2277b-44b4-4161-96df-f8599218bd12
- 23 Nov 2018 at 10:49 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d4f2277b-44b4-4161-96df-f8599218bd12

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d4f2277b-44b4-4161-96df-f8599218bd12
  23rd November 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-London:-A-study-in-the-challenges-and-benefits-of-the-process-of-commissioning-Social-Impact-Bonds-in-the-UK%2C-and-the-potential-for-replication-and-scaling./9JT64NY283
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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