--- title: "Fisheries and Seafood Scheme (FaSS) Evaluation Framework" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-1c913fde-9113-4bc8-85aa-6b99d31c37ce" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1c913fde-9113-4bc8-85aa-6b99d31c37ce" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1c913fde-9113-4bc8-85aa-6b99d31c37ce.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1c913fde-9113-4bc8-85aa-6b99d31c37ce.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL" published: "2020-10-08" --- # Fisheries and Seafood Scheme (FaSS) Evaluation Framework Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1c913fde-9113-4bc8-85aa-6b99d31c37ce [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1c913fde-9113-4bc8-85aa-6b99d31c37ce) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1c913fde-9113-4bc8-85aa-6b99d31c37ce.json) ## Summary The procurement process concerns the "Fisheries and Seafood Scheme (FaSS) Evaluation Framework," initiated by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, which is based in London, England. This research tender, classified under the CPV code for research consultancy services, aims to develop an evaluation framework to enhance accountability and demonstrate value for money associated with the FaSS. The tender was published on 8th October 2020 and is currently active, with a deadline for submission of proposals set for 30th October 2020. The contract is expected to commence on 20th November 2020 and conclude by 5th March 2021, utilizing an open procurement method to invite a broad array of bidders. This tender presents a notable opportunity for businesses specialising in research consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in evaluation frameworks and public sector accountability. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, as the procurement process has been designed to be accessible to these organisations. Firms that can demonstrate experience in evaluating public funds, as well as those capable of providing strategic insights into the performance and impact of government schemes, will be well-positioned to compete for this contract. The outcomes of the research will significantly influence the effectiveness of the FaSS, offering a chance for successful bidders to contribute to the broader goals of delivering public value and transparency. ## Notice Research into developing an evaluation framework is being commissioned as an integral part of the FaSS. It is intended to support evidence gathering to demonstrate good value for money, public value for public goods, and the impact of spend. There is a very strong government drive for evaluations to provide spending accountability; as detailed in the Magenta Book, evidence should be generated that can demonstrate an intervention's impact and wider outcomes. With HM Treasury and Cabinet Office guidance increasingly looking to justify spend, evidence of effectiveness is paramount for Spending Review and in response to scrutiny and challenge from public accountability bodies. The evaluation framework should also provide learning opportunities to shape the delivery of the scheme as it evolves and generate wider knowledge of administering funds through the new scheme. Therefore, it is crucial to establish an evaluation framework and strategy ahead of the launch of the FaSS. This invitation to tender is for research to develop an effective monitoring and evaluation framework and strategy, in order to review the process and impact of the FaSS following scheme launch. The aims of the evaluation framework are to support: 1. Identification and measurement of the impact of the FaSS: capturing both benefits to direct recipients and wider benefits. 2. Identification of positive outcomes of FaSS delivery as the programme proceeds to inform recommendations on how these could be magnified. 3. Identification of negative outcomes of FaSS delivery as the programme proceeds to inform recommendations on how these could be minimised. 4. Collection of process learning on how the FaSS is implemented and generation of recommendations on how to: a. improve processes for managing the FaSS as the programme proceeds b. increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the delivery of future applications to the FaSS. 5. Transparency and accessibility of the FaSS with Defra's partners, stakeholders and delivery bodies through ensuring reporting on delivery and sharing of programme learning with partners. 6. Provision of recommendations on intervention reform to steer the schemes alignment towards longer term sectoral ambitions. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bba69bc3-a405-43a3-ad5e-52a8342fae79 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 8 Oct 2020 | | Submission deadline | 30 Oct 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 20 Nov 2020 - 5 Mar 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | 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 | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | South West London | | Postcode | SW1P 3JR | | 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 ### Codes - 73210000 - Research consultancy services ## Release History - 8 Oct 2020 at 16:29 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bba69bc3-a405-43a3-ad5e-52a8342fae79 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bba69bc3-a405-43a3-ad5e-52a8342fae79 8th October 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1764121b-1aa9-40ec-acf3-1f5158b2388c n/a - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8cb314dd-dd7c-478a-9174-bc19d6995c34 n/a ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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