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title: "GB-Manchester: ACE 649 STA Artsmark Impact Evaluation"
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# GB-Manchester: ACE 649 STA Artsmark Impact Evaluation

Buyer: THE ARTS COUNCIL OF ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-aeab0c1e-37f8-4b74-b573-be8d091ce03e

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## Summary

The Arts Council of England has completed the procurement process for the "GB-Manchester: ACE 649 STA Artsmark Impact Evaluation" contract. This project involves a detailed review and evaluation of the Artsmark award's impact on schools, educators, students, and the cultural sector, valued at £25,570. The contract has been awarded to Samantha Cairns and covers a period starting from 1st November 2024 to 31st March 2025. The industry category for this tender is research consultancy services, spanning various locations including the UK, British Oversea Territories, the Channel Islands, Europe, and more. The procurement method for this tender was not specified, and it falls under the services category.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research consultancy, particularly those with expertise in educational and cultural sector assessments. The project’s broad geographical scope and its emphasis on evaluating educational outcomes make it suitable for consultancy firms experienced in large-scale impact assessments. Although Samantha Cairns, identified as an SME, has been awarded the contract, similar opportunities may arise, highlighting the importance of staying informed about future tenders by the Arts Council of England. This contract exemplifies potential business growth by engaging with public sector projects aimed at leveraging cultural and educational initiatives.

## Notice

Detailed review and evaluation of the Artsmark award service and the impact the award has had on participating schools, teachers, school leaders, children and young people, and the cultural sector including cultural organisations and freelancers.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/308cde2a-1bfe-4708-9cbf-020bbbc3d0c2 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Oct 2024 |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £25,570 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £25,570 |
| 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 | THE ARTS COUNCIL OF ENGLAND |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M1 1FN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Piccadilly |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SAMANTHA CAIRNS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73210000 - Research consultancy services

## Release History

- 7 Nov 2024 at 14:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/308cde2a-1bfe-4708-9cbf-020bbbc3d0c2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/308cde2a-1bfe-4708-9cbf-020bbbc3d0c2
  7th November 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=901372958
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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