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title: "Evaluation of the joint RE and OfS funding competition to improve access and participation for Black, Asian and minority ethnic students in postgraduate research study"
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# Evaluation of the joint RE and OfS funding competition to improve access and participation for Black, Asian and minority ethnic students in postgraduate research study

Buyer: OFFICE FOR STUDENTS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2ffd44de-d071-444a-863f-0570ff58fb3c

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## Summary

The public procurement contract, titled "Evaluation of the joint RE and OfS funding competition to improve access and participation for Black, Asian and minority ethnic students in postgraduate research study," was initiated by the Office for Students. This contract falls under the industry category of evaluation consultancy services and is located in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method used was an open procedure, and the contract period is set to commence from 1st June 2021, lasting until 28th February 2026. The tender had a concluded submission date of 18th May 2021, with a contract value of £284,628.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses operating within evaluation consultancy services, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Competing businesses that have expertise in research evaluation, particularly concerning educational frameworks and diversity initiatives, will find this contract appealing. The focus on enhancing participation for Black, Asian, and minority ethnic students positions this tender as a critical avenue for organisations dedicated to social impact and educational equity.

## Notice

Evaluation of the joint Research England and Office for Students funding competition to improve access and participation for Black, Asian and minority ethnic students in postgraduate research study

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/688ac3c7-188d-4591-8828-a11921c476f1 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 May 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 17 May 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 May 2021 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2021 - 28 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £284,628 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £284,628 |
| 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 | OFFICE FOR STUDENTS |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS34 8SR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Gifford |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | KING'S COLLEGE LONDON |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79419000 - Evaluation consultancy services

## Release History

- 31 May 2021 at 13:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/688ac3c7-188d-4591-8828-a11921c476f1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/688ac3c7-188d-4591-8828-a11921c476f1
  31st May 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=598041392
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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