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title: "Strategic Modelling Partner"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-40daef4e-3d4a-46b4-a205-1fca26650101"
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current_stage: "Tender"
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# Strategic Modelling Partner

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-40daef4e-3d4a-46b4-a205-1fca26650101

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## Summary

The Defra Network eTendering Portal is currently seeking a Strategic Modelling Partner to assist in executing a comprehensive modelling strategy that encompasses scientific, economic, and behavioural elements related to various schemes. This tender falls within the research services industry category and is set to conclude the tender period on 20th October 2021. The contract, valued at £1,750,000, will commence on 23rd November 2021 and extend until 23rd May 2025. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, allowing for broad participation from interested suppliers located in the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, and various other regions.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in research and consulting services, particularly those equipped to manage complex modelling projects. Companies that can demonstrate expertise in data analysis, scientific research methodologies, and behavioural economics will be well-suited to participate. The nature of this contract supports small and medium-sized enterprises, further encouraging local engagement and potentially fostering innovative collaborations that can enhance service delivery in the public sector.

## Notice

ELM Evidence are looking for a Strategic Modelling Partner to support the delivery of the modelling strategy. The Modelling Strategy aims to model all the scientific, economic and behavioural aspects of the schemes in advance and use it to optimise the outcomes of the programme. This engagement will involve providing independent review and advice, as well directly inputting into model development. The successful partner will work closely with ELM Evidence data science teams and will plan work within existing sprints.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7bd120c2-eed1-4446-b67b-d85e663c489b |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Oct 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 23 Nov 2021 - 23 May 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,750,000 |
| 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 | 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

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 9 Sep 2021 at 09:01 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7bd120c2-eed1-4446-b67b-d85e663c489b
- 8 Sep 2021 at 15:36 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7bd120c2-eed1-4446-b67b-d85e663c489b
- 8 Sep 2021 at 15:34 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7bd120c2-eed1-4446-b67b-d85e663c489b
- 8 Sep 2021 at 15:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7bd120c2-eed1-4446-b67b-d85e663c489b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7bd120c2-eed1-4446-b67b-d85e663c489b
  9th September 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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