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title: "UK SBS PS16204 ESRC and DFID Evidence and Policy Group (EPG)"
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# UK SBS PS16204 ESRC and DFID Evidence and Policy Group (EPG)

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-53948a63-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b

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## Summary

The public procurement process titled "UK SBS PS16204 ESRC and DFID Evidence and Policy Group (EPG)" is initiated by UK Shared Business Services Limited. This contract falls under the research and development services sector, aimed specifically at enhancing the impact of research on policy relevant to developing countries. The tender was published on 13th July 2017 and closed on 17th August 2017, with a total contract value estimated at £1,400,000. The successful contract holder will be required to provide services over an initial three-year period, commencing from 25th September 2017, with the possibility of a six-month extension based on mutual agreement. The procurement was conducted using an open procedure which allows for competition and transparency among bidders.

This tender presents considerable opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in consultancy and research services within international development. Companies with expertise in policy analysis, strategic programme management, and the dissemination of research are well-suited to compete for this contract. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement aims to foster inclusive competition in the delivery of innovative solutions to support the DFID and ESRC's objectives. Engaging in this process may significantly bolster a company's portfolio and market presence in public sector contracts.

## Notice

The closing date and time for this tender is 14:00 GMT on the 17th August 2017. Do not apply directly to the buyer, please follow the full instructions provided in the further information section. Through this procurement, ESRC and DFID are seeking to tender for an Evidence and Policy Group (EPG) to drive forward their ambition to maximise the impact of the research they jointly fund on policy and practice relevant to developing countries. The EPG will design and be responsible for the delivery of a strategic programme of work to support and enhance the uptake and impact on policy and practice of research funded through the DFID/ESRC Growth Programme (DEGRP). The contract will be for an initial duration of three years, with the option for further extension for a period of six months subject to interest by both ESRC/DFID and the contract holder. The contract will be subject to annual reporting and satisfactory performance assessment against agreed key deliverables and milestones, as set out further below. Additional information: All submissions will be assessed in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, for procurement values that exceed Regulation 5 (Threshold amounts). This procurement will be managed electronically via the Crown Commercial Service's e-Sourcing Suite. To participate in this procurement, participants shall first be registered on the e-Sourcing Suite. If Bidders have not yet registered on the eSourcing Suite, this can be done online at https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk by following the link 'Register for CCS eSourcing'. Please note that, to register, Bidders must have a valid DUNS number (as provided by Dun and Bradstreet) for the organisation which you are registering, who will be entering into a contract if invited to do so. Note: registration may take some time please ensure that you allow a sufficient amount of time to register. Once you have registered on the eSourcing Suite, a registered user can express an interest for a specific procurement. This is done by emailing ExpressionOfInterest@crowncommercial.gov.uk Your email must clearly state: the name and reference for the procurement you wish to register for; Your organisations full name as a registered supplier; the name and contact details for the registered individual sending the email. Crown Commercial Service (CCS) will process the email and then enable the Bidder to access the procurement online via the e-Sourcing Suite. The registered user will receive a notification email to alert them once this has been done. As a user of the e-Sourcing Suite you will have access to Emptoris email messaging service which facilitates all messages sent to you and from you in relation to any specific RFX event. Please note it is your responsibility to access these emails on a regular basis to ensure you have sight of all relevant information applicable to this opportunity. For technical assistance on use of the e-Sourcing Suite please contact Crown Commercial Service (CCS) Helpdesk (Not UK SBS Ltd ) : Freephone: 0345 010 3503

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc9cc8d6-0fc7-4a28-9a3a-36640b69eabd |
| 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 | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Mar 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Aug 2017 |
| Future notice date | 23 Feb 2018 |
| Award date | 5 Sep 2017 |
| Contract period | 1 Oct 2017 - 1 Oct 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,400,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,194,730 |
| 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 | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1UJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | TLI London, TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | OVERSEAS DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE |

## 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

- 22 Mar 2018 at 16:57 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc9cc8d6-0fc7-4a28-9a3a-36640b69eabd
- 13 Jul 2017 at 11:29 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f80bcb7-3d1c-447c-a470-79e571689910
- 7 Dec 2016 at 19:38 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e07d5fdc-bc2e-48fb-964f-e800412aef48
- 18 Nov 2016 at 20:17 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e07d5fdc-bc2e-48fb-964f-e800412aef48

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc9cc8d6-0fc7-4a28-9a3a-36640b69eabd
  22nd March 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f80bcb7-3d1c-447c-a470-79e571689910
  13th July 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e07d5fdc-bc2e-48fb-964f-e800412aef48
  7th December 2016 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder
- http://ted.europa.eu/udl?uri=TED:NOTICE:364039-2016:TEXT:EN:HTML&src=0&tabId=1
  Prior Information Notice 2016/S 201-364039
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1f51f144-3ea2-47d7-b2f2-b4560937c239
  PS16204 Supplier Day slides and Q&A
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0f48e1b8-bf9a-42b4-b64b-cba02b027899
  PS16204 RFP Questions
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/dd39e677-65b0-443c-af09-1f08607b8ae5
  PS16204 Terms
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/80a1aba2-7be3-4de1-aae8-eeb0e093f41a
  Bidder Training
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a9bf4755-a7e2-4b0f-8cb0-87c7c214b729
  Bidder - Logging into Emptoris for the first time
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/031ca003-cbbb-40a0-8792-a3e1e07b987e
  AW5.2 PS16204 Price Schedule
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e1ecdbd4-2543-4dd9-8e6f-84625bab9333
  PS16204 RFP
- http://ted.europa.eu/udl?uri=TED:NOTICE:364039-2016:TEXT:EN:HTML
  PIN notice

## Notice URLs

- https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk

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