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title: "Business due diligence: an analysis of best practice, implementation steps and associated costs"
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# Business due diligence: an analysis of best practice, implementation steps and associated costs

Buyer: WWF-UK (WORLD WIDE FUND FOR NATURE) TRADING LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-37bf3704-8c46-4ec1-9055-343295c3b92a

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## Summary

The WWF-UK (World Wide Fund for Nature) is currently seeking proposals for a project titled "Business due diligence: an analysis of best practice, implementation steps and associated costs." This tender falls under the research and development services industry category, with a total project budget of GBP 30,000 (including VAT). The procurement process is in the active tender stage, with a proposal submission deadline set for 11th October 2021, at 12:00 PM. The project is set to commence in the week starting 1st November 2021, and the final report is due by 11th February 2022. The services will be delivered in the United Kingdom.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in environmental regulations and due diligence compliance. SMEs and VCSEs are encouraged to apply, as the procurement method is an open procedure suitable for a wide range of participants. Companies with experience in delivering research studies and policy advocacy, especially those with a strong understanding of environmental impacts, would be well-positioned to compete effectively for this contract.

## Notice

WWF is looking to provide evidence that will support our advocacy on the details of the due diligence regulation and its implementation, including proposals to policymakers and clear guidelines to companies on the best practices. This study should build on the recent WWF-UK study, Due Negligence, which analysed the potential environmental impacts and issues with implementation of a legality model of due diligence arising from UK supply chains. In particular, Due Negligence provided initial policy recommendations required to establish an impactful due diligence regulation. WWF-UK will use this study, alongside the Due Negligence study, to support our advocacy on reducing the UK's overseas footprint, including: The Environment Bill and due diligence obligation (including the details of the secondary legislation, any future review of the due diligence obligation, and complementary measures); Direct engagement with companies who will be in scope of a UK due diligence obligation. Proposals should include: Relevant background of the supplier/consultant(s) involved including CVs of consultant(s) who will participate in the project. Organisation's mission and previous experience with similar projects. A detailed description of the proposed methods. A detailed timeline and workplan for delivery of interim findings by end November 2021, and final delivery of all outputs by 14th January 2022. The workplan should include details of deliverables and outputs required to meet the objectives stated above. The final format of outputs should also be mentioned (for example maps/infographics). Cost estimate for the project to include the daily rate, the number of days/breakdown of cost by task/milestone. Please include total costs before and after VAT. Please also include any applicable charity discounts you may offer. The proposal should be no longer than 6 pages plus CVs and other information on the organisation's policies. Proposals will be assessed using a selection of criteria, likely including fit to brief, previous experience, time required for completion, value for money, robustness of proposed methodology. A round of short interviews may be required to further explore the details of the proposal. Closing date to submit proposals: Monday 11th October 2021 at 12pm Project kick-off: Week commencing on Monday 1st November 2021 (latest) Draft report / indicative findings: At a minimum, completed Objective 1 and indicative findings from Objective 2 (a) and (b)) to be received by WWF by end of November/early December 2021. Delivery of (undesigned) report: Friday 21st January 2022 Final delivery of designed report: Friday 11th February 2022 Budget: GBP 30,000 (including VAT) Submit proposals to: Mollie Gupta (mgupta@wwf.org.uk) and Josephine Cutfield (jcutfield@wwf.org.uk), with the following colleagues in CC: Sabrina Goncalves Krebsbach (SGoncalvesKrebsbach@wwf.org.uk) and WWF-UK Procurement Team (procurement@wwf.org.uk).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9068e414-2ffe-4238-9422-5038d1c6ee62 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 21 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Oct 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2021 - 11 Feb 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £30,000 |
| 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 | WWF-UK (WORLD WIDE FUND FOR NATURE) TRADING LIMITED |
| Locality | WOKING |
| Post town | Guildford |
| Postcode | GU21 4LL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ25 West Surrey |
| Local authority | Woking |
| Electoral ward | Horsell |
| Westminster constituency | Woking |
| 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

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

## Release History

- 21 Sep 2021 at 07:38 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9068e414-2ffe-4238-9422-5038d1c6ee62

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9068e414-2ffe-4238-9422-5038d1c6ee62
  21st September 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/43e8f071-7ef5-4954-b102-36c78a2f9fb9
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f30dd71d-59ba-418d-aa35-fdaa3349c00e

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