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title: "Evaluation of the Open University HE in FE (validation) project"
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# Evaluation of the Open University HE in FE (validation) project

Buyer: OFFICE FOR STUDENTS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-373a795e-2bc3-43c3-82a7-e8d7bbb1490c

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## Summary

The Office for Students is inviting tenders for the "Evaluation of the Open University HE in FE (validation) project." This procurement falls under the industry category of Evaluation Consultancy Services (CPV 79419000) and targets the South West region of the United Kingdom. Currently at the Tender stage, the contract's estimated value is £180,000 GBP. Key dates include the tender period ending on 12 November 2024, with the contract period spanning from 6 January 2025 to 31 March 2026. The procurement method is an open procedure, aimed at fostering inclusive competition. The tender is particularly suitable for SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs).

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in evaluation consultancy services to expand their portfolio and forge valuable connections with government stakeholders. SMEs and VCSEs, in particular, can benefit from participating due to the favourable suitability requirements. This project will allow the successful bidder to showcase their expertise in evaluating significant education initiatives, potentially leading to further opportunities in the public sector. Businesses with strong analytical capabilities and experience in educational policy analysis will be well-positioned to compete for this contract.

## Notice

The evaluation aims to help the OfS and government stakeholders make evidence-informed decisions for future interventions in this policy space and to understand the impact and effectiveness of the OU HE in FE (validation) project.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cc5b67b3-f87b-4e08-a94b-caa8727d24ee |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 6 Jan 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £180,000 |
| 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 | 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) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79419000 - Evaluation consultancy services

## Release History

- 10 Oct 2024 at 14:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cc5b67b3-f87b-4e08-a94b-caa8727d24ee

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cc5b67b3-f87b-4e08-a94b-caa8727d24ee
  10th October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Bristol:-Evaluation-consultancy-services./3CHX6ESRD8
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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