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title: "UK SBS CR18091 - Automotive Propulsion Centre Programme (APC): Interim Impact Evaluation"
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# UK SBS CR18091 - Automotive Propulsion Centre Programme (APC): Interim Impact Evaluation

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-88016504-4325-4d69-b6fb-7eefc56195e8

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## Summary

The procurement process for the Automotive Propulsion Centre Programme (APC): Interim Impact Evaluation was conducted by UK Shared Business Services Limited, addressing the need for research and development consultancy services within the automotive industry. The tender process, listed under ID UK SBS CR18091, commenced with a contract period starting on 6th August 2018 and concluding on 28th June 2019. The procurement method was categorised as 'Other - BIS Research & Evaluation Framework', and the deadline for submission was set for 24th July 2018. The contract was awarded for a total value of £116,587.50 to Ipsos MORI, with contract status being active as of 5th August 2018. The delivery address for the service was located in Swindon, England.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in research and consultancy services, particularly those specialising in market and economic research, as it facilitates involvement in governmental evaluation frameworks aimed at advancing low carbon propulsion technologies. Businesses that excel in data analysis, evaluation methodologies, and possess a strong understanding of the automotive sector will be well-positioned to compete effectively for such contracts. The focus on increasing R&D investment offers a favourable environment for companies wishing to align their services with government-supported initiatives in sustainable technology.

## Notice

BIS Research & Evaluation Framework - Lot 3 The Advanced Propulsion Centre (APC) is a joint government and industry programme, directed at activities related to research, development and commercialisation of new low carbon propulsion technologies and is a key part of the government's Industrial Strategy. The aim of the evaluation is to deliver timely and ongoing results on the effectiveness of the APC programme in achieving its core aims, which is to raise competitiveness, sustain and grow UK market share globally, by increasing R&D investment for low carbon propulsion technologies, raising wages and high valued added employment, and generating technology spillovers. BEIS is committed to evaluating all its spend programmes. This work also fulfils that commitment.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b7c4966e-c204-4905-89b8-85b5c8b98876 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - BIS Research & Evaluation Framework |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Sep 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Jul 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Aug 2018 |
| Contract period | 5 Aug 2018 - 28 Jun 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £120,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £116,587 |
| 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 1FF |
| 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | IPSOS MORI |

## 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

- 12 Sep 2018 at 13:27 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b7c4966e-c204-4905-89b8-85b5c8b98876

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b7c4966e-c204-4905-89b8-85b5c8b98876
  12th September 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.uksbs.co.uk

## Provenance

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