--- title: "Independent evaluation of the FAMILY MATTERS project" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-a83cae59-fc2a-4707-9482-737150158e27" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-a83cae59-fc2a-4707-9482-737150158e27" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a83cae59-fc2a-4707-9482-737150158e27.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a83cae59-fc2a-4707-9482-737150158e27.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "BLACK COUNTRY TOGETHER C.I.C." published: "2022-02-25" --- # Independent evaluation of the FAMILY MATTERS project Buyer: BLACK COUNTRY TOGETHER C.I.C. Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a83cae59-fc2a-4707-9482-737150158e27 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-a83cae59-fc2a-4707-9482-737150158e27) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a83cae59-fc2a-4707-9482-737150158e27.json) ## Summary The public procurement process involves an independent evaluation of the FAMILY MATTERS project, managed by BLACK COUNTRY TOGETHER C.I.C., located in West Bromwich, England. This programme spans the Boroughs of Dudley, Sandwell, Walsall, and Wolverhampton in the West Midlands. The tender is currently at the planning stage, with the closing date for submissions set for 10:00 AM on 25th March 2022. A budget of £20,000 has been allocated, and the evaluation is expected to commence on 1st May 2022, concluding by the end of September 2022. The procurement method is a direct single tender action, which allows for streamlined engagement with suppliers for specialised consultancy services within the evaluation sector. This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses focused on evaluation consultancy services, particularly those adept in social impact assessment and project evaluation methodologies. Companies with experience in similar projects or those that specialise in public sector evaluations will find this opportunity well-suited for their expertise. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations are encouraged to participate, as the evaluation aims to reflect on diverse participant experiences and highlight effective partnership strategies within community projects. ## Notice The delivery of the FAMILY MATTERS programme takes place across the Boroughs of Dudley, Sandwell, Walsall and Wolverhampton, which together form the Black Country. Purpose of the evaluation The evaluation will be used to assess the progress and impact in meeting the projects objectives alongside measuring the overall effectiveness of both the project and the partnership with close attention given to highlighting the changes, if any, made to it's participants. The evaluation will need to report upon * The extent to which the project has achieved its objectives * The impact upon the participants accessing the support of the project * Whether the project has had a differential impact upon specific groups of participants * Determine if the project demonstrates equal opportunity access * Strengths and weakness of the approach taken by this project * The extent, and how, the project has built successful partnerships * The most, and, least effective elements of the project * The challenges faced by the project and the partnerships * What could have been done differently * Any unintended benefits of the project to both participants and partners * Lessons learnt and good practice * Assessing the potential for replication of the project's approach in other areas. * Recommendations based on the evidence including comparison to other national BBO projects. * The partnership experience. This list may not be exhaustive Potential suppliers should specify the techniques they intend to supply. Tender process Any queries or questions regarding this tender should be directed to Hannah Clarke at Hannah@blackcountrytogether.info stating FAMILY MATTERS Evaluation Tender Query in the subject line, by no later than 10am 18th March 2022. Closing date for tenders 10am 25th March 2022. Please ensure you include * Details of your organisation including contact details * Name and contact details of the lead evaluator * A summary of your proposal, team, method and how you meet the tender requirements * Knowledge and understanding of our sector and area of work * Your track record in evaluating similar projects and/or research in this field * Your proposed methodology * Plans for reporting and dissemination * A detailed timetable for carrying out the work, highlighting key milestones, deadlines, suggested meetings and progress reports * Details of the evaluation team and their role within the evaluation. CV's /biographies should be included as an annex together with details of their current DBS status. * Quality assurance and approach to risk management * A detailed budget including a clear structure of charges broken down by days, member of staff and activity. * Contact details for two referees for whom you have completed similar work * Evidence of professional indemnity and public liability insurance Full details of this tender are available in the attached document. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f0251696-3efe-45fb-adf4-7fd177e31fd1 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Direct | | Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 25 Feb 2022 | | Submission deadline | 25 Mar 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Apr 2022 - 30 Sep 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £20,000 | | 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 | BLACK COUNTRY TOGETHER C.I.C. | | Locality | WEST BROMWICH | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B70 8ER | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG37 Sandwell | | Local authority | Sandwell | | Electoral ward | West Bromwich Central | | Westminster constituency | West Bromwich | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79419000 - Evaluation consultancy services ## Release History - 25 Feb 2022 at 15:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f0251696-3efe-45fb-adf4-7fd177e31fd1 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f0251696-3efe-45fb-adf4-7fd177e31fd1 25th February 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0c02b22a-146b-44e7-9817-32ee59060bdb Invitation to Tender - Evaluation of Family Matters Project ## Notice URLs - https://blackcountrytogether.info/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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