--- title: "On-call Research Project" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-76f0e226-5efb-4d97-ab17-950edfd36626" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-76f0e226-5efb-4d97-ab17-950edfd36626" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-76f0e226-5efb-4d97-ab17-950edfd36626.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-76f0e226-5efb-4d97-ab17-950edfd36626.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NATIONAL FIRE CHIEFS COUNCIL LIMITED" published: "2023-11-23" --- # On-call Research Project Buyer: NATIONAL FIRE CHIEFS COUNCIL LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-76f0e226-5efb-4d97-ab17-950edfd36626 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-76f0e226-5efb-4d97-ab17-950edfd36626) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-76f0e226-5efb-4d97-ab17-950edfd36626.json) ## Summary The National Fire Chiefs Council Limited is inviting tenders for the "On-call Research Project" in the research and development services category. The procurement method is an open procedure below threshold. The contract period is from 29th March 2024 to 27th March 2026, with a tender deadline of 19th January 2024. The project values at £150,000 GBP and is based in London, United Kingdom. This tender presents an opportunity for SMEs and VCSEs to offer services related to research and development. Businesses experienced in data analysis, cost efficiency evaluation, and workforce management are well-suited to compete. Suppliers need to demonstrate a thorough understanding of the requirements and propose clear pricing models. The successful bidder will be contracted by the National Fire Chiefs Council Limited for a comprehensive analysis project. ## Notice Workstream 1 Robust analysis based on a standardised approach to data that informs decisions and accurately draws out the challenges and the value of the on-call model. * To provide a consistent set of data for robust comparative analysis across the UK, through direct comparisons between datasets provided by FRSs * To analyse the data and consider the impact and challenges of implementing the on-call model, where possible determine cost efficiency, cost effectiveness and socio-economic value of the on-call model and the key challenges of resource and workforce management * To evidence challenges and solutions to FRSs and key stakeholders, such as the Home Office, HM Treasury and devolved Governments. Workstream 2 The documentation of a national study that provides a comprehensive analysis of the most effective approaches, methods and strategies that address the key challenges identified in Workstream 1. The report will include detailed case studies, data analysis, and expert insights to guide decision-making, improve effectiveness and influence policy. Suppliers must ensure that they are fully familiar with the nature and extent of the obligations required of this Service. They must realise and be aware that their proposed offer of Service is contractually binding and that the resulting Contract Agreement will be strictly supervised and closely monitored against their submitted offer (and to any subsequent mutually agreed amendments) and shall be enforced in accordance with the Contract provisions. It is the responsibility of the Supplier to obtain for itself, at its own expense, all information necessary for the preparation of its Tender. The proposals should address how the Supplier would manage each element of the requirement and the proposed pricing models submitted should clearly explain how each would be priced. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c96304c-bd1e-42c4-be16-2a9f0bd63972 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 23 Nov 2023 | | Submission deadline | 19 Jan 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 29 Mar 2024 - 27 Mar 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £150,000 | | 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 | NATIONAL FIRE CHIEFS COUNCIL LIMITED | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | Central London | | Postcode | WC2H 9JQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West | | ITL 3 | TLI36 Camden | | Local authority | Camden | | Electoral ward | Holborn & Covent Garden | | Westminster constituency | Holborn and St Pancras | | 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 - 23 Nov 2023 at 12:22 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c96304c-bd1e-42c4-be16-2a9f0bd63972 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c96304c-bd1e-42c4-be16-2a9f0bd63972 23rd November 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/fe2a034a-a3e7-47e2-a0dc-212708c27651 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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