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title: "Interim Evaluation of the North East Strategic Economic Plan"
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# Interim Evaluation of the North East Strategic Economic Plan

Buyer: SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3c92f83b-e7af-4fb7-a322-4743b0e8613c

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## Summary

Sunderland City Council, acting on behalf of the North East Local Enterprise Partnership (North East LEP) / NECA, has initiated a tender for the "Interim Evaluation of the North East Strategic Economic Plan." This project falls under the industry category of research and development services and related consultancy services. The procurement method is open, with the tender scheduled to close on 14 May 2018. The contract, valued at £150,000, is expected to commence on 2 June 2018 and will run until 1 June 2021, predominantly serving the North East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for consultancy firms specialising in economic evaluations and impact assessments. Businesses that have expertise in conducting interim reviews, particularly those familiar with local economic plans or similar projects, will find this a suitable competition. Moreover, as the North East LEP / NECA anticipates future requirements within this framework, consultants should consider positioning themselves for ongoing opportunities beyond the initial contract.

## Notice

The North East Combined Authority (NECA) is the accountable body for the North East Local enterprise Partnership (North East LEP). Sunderland City Council on behalf of the North East Local Enterprise Partnership (North East LEP) / NECA is seeking to commission an appropriately qualified consultant(s) to undertake the interim evaluation of the North East Strategic Economic Plan. To support the delivery of the SEP objectives and targets, the North East Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) intends that this evaluation will assess the effectiveness and impact of the delivery of the SEP from its publication in 2014 including its programmes and funds, and the North East LEP itself in the number of roles it plays in supporting the economy. Bidding companies must note that the North East LEP / NECA may also have future requirements which fall within the scope of this framework, which may be called-off as and when required throughout the duration of the framework. This will be a single supplier framework.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d6c136c-e783-4305-9aae-d93ebb083ab0 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 May 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 14 May 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 May 2018 |
| Contract period | 1 Jun 2018 - 1 Jun 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £150,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £89,695 |
| 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 | SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | SUNDERLAND |
| Post town | Sunderland |
| Postcode | SR2 7DN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland |
| Local authority | Sunderland |
| Electoral ward | Southwick |
| Westminster constituency | Sunderland Central |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | STEER DAVIES GLEAVE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 30 May 2018 at 14:56 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d6c136c-e783-4305-9aae-d93ebb083ab0
- 26 Apr 2018 at 14:46 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d6c136c-e783-4305-9aae-d93ebb083ab0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d6c136c-e783-4305-9aae-d93ebb083ab0
  26th April 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=207f03ed-5f49-e811-80eb-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

- http://www.sunderland.gov.uk/

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