--- title: "Research Leadership in the Social Sciences Rapid Evidence Review" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-83036119-aea4-465d-8a2d-ffb76b5fe530" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-83036119-aea4-465d-8a2d-ffb76b5fe530" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-83036119-aea4-465d-8a2d-ffb76b5fe530.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-83036119-aea4-465d-8a2d-ffb76b5fe530.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED" published: "2021-04-30" --- # Research Leadership in the Social Sciences Rapid Evidence Review Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-83036119-aea4-465d-8a2d-ffb76b5fe530 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-83036119-aea4-465d-8a2d-ffb76b5fe530) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-83036119-aea4-465d-8a2d-ffb76b5fe530.json) ## Summary The UK Shared Business Services Limited (UK SBS) is seeking to award a contract for the "Research Leadership in the Social Sciences Rapid Evidence Review" project. This procurement, classified under research and development consultancy services, is currently in the Tender stage, with bids due by 14:00 on 17th May 2021. The contract period is set to commence on 1st June 2021 and conclude on 30th September 2021, and proposals must be submitted through the Delta eSourcing Portal following an open procurement method. This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses engaged in research consultancy and market analysis services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that provide innovative research solutions. Firms specialised in evidence-based policy development, social sciences, or data analysis would be well-positioned to compete. Collaborating with UK SBS can serve as a stepping stone for business growth by allowing companies to strengthen their credibility and visibility in the research sector. ## Notice The final date and time for submission of bids is Monday, 17th May 2021 at 14:00. DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the Delta eSourcing Portal. Overview: The customer wants to build a foundation of evidence which will enable them to determine how they articulate their expectations of research leadership across the lifecourse; how they strengthen and embed this across the organisation; and how they further engage with the sector. As well as providing the grounding for how they engage externally, this stronger evidence-base will sharpen our internal focus on leadership when commissioning new initiatives and allow them to embed good practice within their peer review and evaluation processes. Please ensure you review all attached information to ensure a full understanding of this requirement. All attachments can be found with the Document Uploads tab within the Delta eSourcing Portal. This contract will be awarded based on the evaluation criteria set out in the ITQ document. How to Apply UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) will be using the Delta eSourcing Portal for this procurement. To register on the Delta eSourcing portal please use the link https://uksbs.delta-esourcing.com and follow the instructions to register. If you are already registered on the Delta eSourcing Portal and wish to participate in this procurement, please use the link: https://uksbs.delta-esourcing.com and the follow the instructions to 'Login' Once you are logged into the system you will be able to link yourself into this procurement using the Access Code: W7Y829Y4C7 Please disregard any content in this notice that requests your organisation "to apply directly to the buyer" as this unfortunately a system generated error, that is outside of the Contracting Authorities control. Additional information: The final date and time for submission of bids is Monday, 17th May 2021 at 14:00. DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the Delta eSourcing Portal. Overview: The customer wants to build a foundation of evidence which will enable them to determine how they articulate their expectations of research leadership across the lifecourse; how they strengthen and embed this across the organisation; and how they further engage with the sector. As well as providing the grounding for how they engage externally, this stronger evidence-base will sharpen our internal focus on leadership when commissioning new initiatives and allow them to embed good practice within their peer review and evaluation processes. Please ensure you review all attached information to ensure a full understanding of this requirement. All attachments can be found with the Document Uploads tab within the Delta eSourcing Portal. This contract will be awarded based on the evaluation criteria set out in the ITQ document. How to Apply UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) will be using the Delta eSourcing Portal for this procurement. To register on the Delta eSourcing portal please use the link https://uksbs.delta-esourcing.com and follow the instructions to register. If you are already registered on the Delta eSourcing Portal and wish to participate in this procurement, please use the link: https://uksbs.delta-esourcing.com and the follow the instructions to 'Login' Once you are logged into the system you will be able to link yourself into this procurement using the Access Code: W7Y829Y4C7 Please disregard any content in this notice that requests your organisation "to apply directly to the buyer" as this unfortunately a system generated error, that is outside of the Contracting Authorities control. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e058096b-aad4-42bf-b856-f1fce4c8c1f4 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 30 Apr 2021 | | Submission deadline | 17 May 2021 | | Future notice date | 29 Apr 2021 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 May 2021 - 30 Sep 2021 | | 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 | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED | | Locality | SWINDON | | Post town | Swindon | | Postcode | SN2 1FL | | 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 | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services - 79300000 - Market and economic research; polling and statistics ## Release History - 30 Apr 2021 at 15:02 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e058096b-aad4-42bf-b856-f1fce4c8c1f4 - 29 Apr 2021 at 14:31 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e058096b-aad4-42bf-b856-f1fce4c8c1f4 - 29 Apr 2021 at 14:05 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a28143cb-a0d9-4b28-8e1e-30d2f7f38d5f ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e058096b-aad4-42bf-b856-f1fce4c8c1f4 30th April 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a28143cb-a0d9-4b28-8e1e-30d2f7f38d5f 29th April 2021 - Future opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e0089f4f-8c7e-40af-a55e-bf85de2430e9 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/cc31b5ee-8450-4c8e-bfb1-0b0d50376247 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8fda5e6d-6535-4cf8-aba2-1372ff95cb9d - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/db8b5901-c601-4d66-99cb-fb228f3f5179 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/cf5a196c-8a45-45e9-8a14-cf8d9666164b ## Notice URLs - http://www.uksbs.co.uk - https://uksbs.delta-esourcing.com ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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