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title: "DFID 8426 International Growth Centre Phase 3 (IGC3) Contract Award"
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# DFID 8426 International Growth Centre Phase 3 (IGC3) Contract Award

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7e2f37f2-ea5b-49bf-9f88-2370bec47045

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Department for International Development (DFID) awarding the "DFID 8426 International Growth Centre Phase 3 (IGC3) Contract". This contract, classified under foreign economic-aid-related services, is intended to facilitate improved policy environments for inclusive growth in various regions. The award followed an open procurement method, allowing all eligible suppliers to participate, with the contract period commencing on 1st October 2019 and lasting until 30th September 2026. Key dates include the tender closure on 2nd April 2019 and the contract award published on 8th October 2019. The project's scope extends to multiple locations, including the UK and British Overseas Territories.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses focused on policy research, economic development, and related consultancy services. Companies that are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and those that qualify as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are well-positioned to compete for this contract. Engaging in this project can enhance business growth through collaboration with DFID and other stakeholders towards sustainable, inclusive development initiatives, thus creating a strong platform for ongoing partnerships in the international development sector.

## Notice

The intended impact of the programme is 'Improved policy environment for inclusive, sustainable growth in the countries and policy areas where the IGC has been active'. The expected outcome of the programme is 'Improvements in policies to promote inclusive growth implemented as a result of IGC research or technical advice.' Additional information: All relevant information relating to this Contract Notice can be found on the DFID Supplier Portal where suppliers can register their interest directly. If you are not already registered as a supplier on the DFID Supplier Portal please follow the guidance which can be found on the top left of the home page: https://supplierportal.dfid.gov.uk/selfservice/

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2bf56989-492d-4dd6-a2bf-ee91a527c5cf |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Oct 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Apr 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Sep 2019 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2019 - 30 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £55,998,933 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £55,998,933 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT |
| Locality | EAST KILBRIDE |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G75 8EA |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM95 South Lanarkshire |
| Local authority | South Lanarkshire |
| Electoral ward | East Kilbride West |
| Westminster constituency | East Kilbride and Strathaven |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LONDON SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS AND POLITICAL SCIENCE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 75 - Administration, defence and social security services

### Codes

- 75211200 - Foreign economic-aid-related services

## Release History

- 8 Oct 2019 at 14:21 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2bf56989-492d-4dd6-a2bf-ee91a527c5cf

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2bf56989-492d-4dd6-a2bf-ee91a527c5cf
  8th October 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/dd5e9eab-99d0-42ed-8a46-228e05236077
  DFID 8426 Redacted Contract Documents - Section 1
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7c9d8337-53e0-4200-a175-ead20cb27979
  DFID 8426 Redacted Contract Documents - Section 2
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e7c87a6b-e652-4c2f-a241-aa4724be29ca
  DFID 8426 Redacted Contract Documents - Section 3
- https://dfid.proactisportal.com/Account/Login
  DFID 8426 Contract Award as visible on the Supplier Portal

## Notice URLs

- https://supplierportal.dfid.gov.uk/selfservice/
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-international-development

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