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title: "Exploring Homelessness among Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender People"
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# Exploring Homelessness among Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender People

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-115fa615-a7e0-4dda-a97d-a431ee85cf48

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## Summary

The Department for Education is currently seeking expressions of interest for a research project titled "Exploring Homelessness among Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender People". This tender falls within the industry category of Research and Development Consultancy Services and is being conducted through an open procurement method. The contract is set to span from 21 December 2018 to 31 August 2019, with a budget ranging from £40,000 to £60,000. Interested parties should submit their expressions of interest by noon on 26 November 2018, as outlined in the tender documentation.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in social research or provide support services to vulnerable populations. Businesses that focus on homelessness, LGBTQ+ advocacy, or those experienced in conducting qualitative research will be particularly well-suited to compete. Engaging in this project can not only expand an organisation's portfolio but also enable them to contribute positively to policies addressing the needs of homeless LGBT individuals in the UK.

## Notice

In order to inform the development of policy on housing and support services for homeless lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people in England, the Government Equalities Office (GEO) and Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) are seeking expressions of interest to conduct a research project on homelessness among LGBT groups in the UK. The research will explore the experiences of homelessness, expectations of treatment, and needs for support among LGBT people, and how this compares with non-LGBT homeless people. It will also look at what can be done to improve support for homeless LGBT people. The research includes a review of evidence and qualitative research with relevant participants, including homeless LGBT people. Additional information: Closing Date for EOI's is - NOON on Monday 26th November 2018

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/85f60d13-d779-4e38-b181-68170b9abf62 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Nov 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Nov 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 21 Dec 2018 - 31 Aug 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £60,000 |
| 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 EDUCATION |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Not specified |
| Postcode | SW1B 3BT |
| Country | Not specified |
| ITL 1 | Not specified |
| ITL 2 | Not specified |
| ITL 3 | Not specified |
| Local authority | Not specified |
| Electoral ward | Not specified |
| Westminster constituency | Not specified |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 9 Nov 2018 at 09:23 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/85f60d13-d779-4e38-b181-68170b9abf62

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/85f60d13-d779-4e38-b181-68170b9abf62
  9th November 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3255fbfc-fb25-4541-8af7-d61329e9e39c
  Expression of Interest
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/56004b19-19e8-4954-8734-ed8c4081800b
  EOI Form

## Provenance

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