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title: "Pool of International Short-term Subject-Matter Experts (ISTEs) under the Zantichito skills project in Malawi"
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# Pool of International Short-term Subject-Matter Experts (ISTEs) under the Zantichito skills project in Malawi

Buyer: BRITISH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b111784d-7a21-4a89-9155-416ebf8d41ac

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## Summary

The British Council has initiated a tender process for a Pool of International Short-term Subject-Matter Experts (ISTEs) under the Zantichito Skills project in Malawi. This procurement is classified under research consultancy services (CPV code 73210000). The goal is to conduct a Sector Skills Gap Analysis across sectors such as Agricultural Mechanisation, Marine, Tourism, and Renewable Energy. The procurement is in the tender stage, with the opportunity closing on 14th February 2025. The contract period is scheduled from 3rd March 2025 to 2nd September 2025. This open procedure procurement method is designed to engage various suitable small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to participate.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in skills gap analysis across diverse sectors. As the project is under the Zanchito Skills for Jobs Technical Assistance Project, firms with experience in international and National short-term expertise will find this tender suitable for showcasing their abilities and expanding their portfolio in an international context, particularly in Malawi. SMEs are encouraged to apply, ensuring a competitive and diverse pool of expertise to fulfil the project's objectives effectively.

## Notice

team of international and National short-term experts (ISTE/NSTE) / to conduct a Sector Skills Gap Analysis across various sectors including Agricultural Mechanisation, Marine, Tourism and renewable energy. This work will be carried out within the Context of the Zanchito Skills for Jobs Technical Assistance Project implemented by the British Council.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a6784bd4-2f1b-4532-9355-31d027c22f33 |
| 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 | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 3 Mar 2025 - 2 Sep 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £64,600 |
| 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 | BRITISH COUNCIL |
| Locality | RABAT |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E20 1JQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI41 Hackney and Newham |
| Local authority | Newham |
| Electoral ward | Stratford Olympic Park |
| Westminster constituency | Stratford and Bow |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73210000 - Research consultancy services

## Release History

- 16 Jan 2025 at 21:35 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a6784bd4-2f1b-4532-9355-31d027c22f33

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a6784bd4-2f1b-4532-9355-31d027c22f33
  16th January 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/92afe743-75ec-42d5-be11-4dac2152198b
  Terms and Conditions of the Contract
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f3b0fadc-5107-46f3-b230-a3b50dd4ac5b
  Request for Proposal
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8311bb68-43db-4c18-bd85-27542ec25026
  Supplier Response
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7688b843-c22b-4f7a-a5f2-3acc3bdd3f10
  Pricing Approach
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b857048b-660b-4055-ac4e-c636f9630d36
  ToR

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