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title: "CPF1441-17 Economic Research & Bid Support Framework"
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# CPF1441-17 Economic Research & Bid Support Framework

Buyer: DEVON COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4a9cbfda-07f3-4f84-8e6c-1015fb4eef39

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Devon County Council, which is establishing the "CPF1441-17 Economic Research & Bid Support Framework" to facilitate the commissioning of economic research and evaluation services. This framework is also open to Somerset County Council under a collaboration agreement. The procurement method is open, and it is currently in the Award stage after being published on 20 April 2018, with a tender period ending on 24 May 2018. The contract is set to commence on 9 July 2018, extending to 8 July 2022, and it has an overall value of £500,000, with a minimum contract value of £350,000. The project is located in the South West region of the United Kingdom, focusing on research and development services, specifically economic research services.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for growth particularly for SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in research, evaluation, and consultancy services. Businesses equipped to deliver high-quality economic analysis, statistical evaluations, and bid support for public sector projects will find this framework particularly appealing. Providers that demonstrate expertise in delivering evidence-based outcomes aligned with strategic economic growth goals are well-suited to compete, making it a promising avenue for expanding their market presence and enhancing their service offerings in the public sector.

## Notice

Devon County Council (DCC) and Somerset County Council (SCC) are looking to establish an Economic Research and Bid Support Framework of suppliers to facilitate the easy commissioning of economic research and evaluation as well as bid support and business case development. Whilst the Economic Research and Bid Support Framework is managed by Devon County Council, Somerset County Council have entered into a collaboration agreement permitting them to jointly use the framework and award their own contracts through each of the Lots. The contracting body will become the accountable body for that contract and responsible for all administration, management, payments, disputes and guidance associated with it. The Economy, Enterprise and Skills Service within Devon County Council (DCC) supports and enhances the economy of Devon by designing and delivering interventions both independently and within partnerships. It is essential that these interventions are underpinned by solid evidence and analysis. The service works to deliver critical issues facing the Devon economy as identified within DCC's 'Strategy for Growth 2013-20', to secure the following strategic outcomes: * A more productive economy * A higher wage economy * Inclusive employment opportunities and a workforce with the right skills for the future. * A well-connected county * A thriving business community Additional information: DCC is using the Supplying the South West portal (http://www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk/) for this tender opportunity. Tender documentation can only be accessed here once a supplier has logged in to the portal.. In addition, any expressions of interest, questions surrounding the tender or submissions MUST be made through this portal.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/737567d0-a872-4fce-b6b3-59c51f0775aa |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Aug 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 24 May 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Aug 2018 |
| Contract period | 16 Aug 2018 - 15 Aug 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £600,000 |
| 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 | DEVON COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX2 4QD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Newtown and St Leonard's |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 10 |
| Supplier names | ASH FUTURES; BELMANA; BUCKMAN ASSOCIATES; DR; HARDISTY JONES ASSOCIATES; S4W; SQW; TRANSFORM RESEARCH CONSULTANCY; TURLEY; WAVEHILL |

## 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
- 79300000 - Market and economic research; polling and statistics
- 79311400 - Economic research services

## Release History

- 24 Aug 2018 at 12:31 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/737567d0-a872-4fce-b6b3-59c51f0775aa
- 20 Apr 2018 at 13:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/737567d0-a872-4fce-b6b3-59c51f0775aa

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/737567d0-a872-4fce-b6b3-59c51f0775aa
  20th April 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk/
- https://www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk/

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