--- title: "Research on Family Hubs and other models of Integrated Service Delivery" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-63bc2b26-2a22-4710-b037-e876e26429f7" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-63bc2b26-2a22-4710-b037-e876e26429f7" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-63bc2b26-2a22-4710-b037-e876e26429f7.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-63bc2b26-2a22-4710-b037-e876e26429f7.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION" published: "2020-11-06" --- # Research on Family Hubs and other models of Integrated Service Delivery Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-63bc2b26-2a22-4710-b037-e876e26429f7 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-63bc2b26-2a22-4710-b037-e876e26429f7) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-63bc2b26-2a22-4710-b037-e876e26429f7.json) ## Summary The Department for Education is initiating a tender process for a research project titled "Research on Family Hubs and other models of Integrated Service Delivery," classified under research and development services. The procurement is currently at the planning stage, with key milestones including a market engagement event scheduled for 19 November 2020, where interested parties can learn more about the project and provide input. The procurement is expected to formally commence in December 2020, with contract awards anticipated by March 2021. The delivery will take place in the United Kingdom, and the engagement end date is set for 20 November 2020. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), to engage in innovative research focused on integrated services for families. Companies with expertise in social research, consultancy services, and integrated service delivery models would be well-positioned to compete. By participating in this procurement process, providers can contribute to shaping the future of family support services while enhancing their market presence and business growth. ## Notice The purpose of this Prior Information Notice (PIN) is to inform the market about a forthcoming market engagement event related to a potential upcoming procurement of Research on Family Hubs and other models of Integrated Services for Families. The 2019 Conservative Manifesto*SEE LINK* to "improve the Troubled Families programme and champion Family Hubs to serve vulnerable families with the intensive, integrated support they need to care for children - from the early years and throughout their lives". The Chancellor of the Exchequer announced PS2.5 million to develop research and best practice around the integration of services for families, including family hubs, and how best to support vulnerable children in Budget 2020*SEE LINK* (para 2.64). The Department will be undertaking an online event at 11:30 on 19 November 2020 for interested parties. The event is anticipated to last approx. 2 hours. The event will give interested parties an understanding of the aims of the procurement and an opportunity to input into the development of research proposals. If you wish to register for to attend the event, please use the link found in the links section entitled: Register to attend market engagement event - 19 November 2020 Procurement is expected to commence in December 2020 with a contract(s) awarded by March 2021. More information on the procurement process will be provided following market engagement activity. This notice is for information only and is not a call for competition. The Department reserves the right not to enter a formal procurement process and not award contracts. Accordingly, the Authority will not be liable for any bid cost, expenditure, work or effort incurred by a provider in acting on the basis of this PIN. Additional information: This notice is for information only and is not a call for competition. The Department reserves the right not to enter a formal procurement process and not award contracts. Accordingly, the Authority will not be liable for any bid cost, expenditure, work or effort incurred by a provider in acting on the basis of this PIN. Future information will be issued to potential providers via the DfE eTendering Portal. Providers can access this system at: https://education.app.jaggaer.com for details of how to register and the terms of free registration. All information included in this notice is indicative and subject to change. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f9036a1-9252-480e-a6d5-bd4582b0fb96 | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 6 Nov 2020 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 20 Nov 2020 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | South West London | | Postcode | SW1P 3BT | | 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 - 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ## Release History - 6 Nov 2020 at 09:40 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f9036a1-9252-480e-a6d5-bd4582b0fb96 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f9036a1-9252-480e-a6d5-bd4582b0fb96 6th November 2020 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://assets-global.website-files.com/5da42e2cae7ebd3f8bde353c/5dda924905da587992a064ba_Conservative%202019%20Manifesto.pdf Conservative Manifesto - https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/871799/Budget_2020_Web_Accessible_Complete.pdf Budget 2020 - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/market-engagement-event-on-the-procurement-of-research-on-family-hubs-tickets-122679869793 Register to attend market engagement event - 19 November 2020 ## Notice URLs - https://education.app.jaggaer.com ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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