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title: "Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning for Just Transitions for Water Security (JTWS MEL)"
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# Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning for Just Transitions for Water Security (JTWS MEL)

Buyer: FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b1c28156-1cdf-414c-a516-3fb3b8cd6ba8

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## Summary

The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has recently completed the procurement process for the "Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning for Just Transitions for Water Security (JTWS MEL)" project. This tender, focused on providing foreign economic-aid-related services, has been awarded under a selective procurement method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement covered various locations including the British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The contract, valued at £1,934,723 GBP, will commence on 3rd February 2025 and end on 3rd February 2030. The tender process concluded with the awarding of the contract on 29th January 2025, with official notice published on 30th January 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the field of foreign economic aid services, especially those capable of monitoring, evaluating, and promoting sustainable water resource management in developing countries. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly well-suited for this project, given their inclusion in the procurement criteria. The awarded contract to NIRAS Group (UK) Ltd, a large-scale supplier, underscores the scope and scale of the project, making it an appealing opportunity for businesses looking to expand their services internationally and contribute to crucial development goals. The contract's five-year lifespan ensures a stable and long-term engagement, aligning with strategic growth plans for qualified businesses.

## Notice

Services were sought for a Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) component under FCDO's new PS40m Just Transitions for Water Security Programme (JTWS) programme. The programme aims to catalyse a shift in governance and investment to deliver sustainable water resource management in developing countries.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3e56de57-2c2c-4b0b-bbc6-9e3c813ccfd4 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 3 Feb 2025 - 3 Feb 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,934,723 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,934,723 |
| 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 | FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2AH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NIRAS GROUP (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 75 - Administration, defence and social security services

### Codes

- 75211200 - Foreign economic-aid-related services

## Release History

- 30 Jan 2025 at 15:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3e56de57-2c2c-4b0b-bbc6-9e3c813ccfd4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3e56de57-2c2c-4b0b-bbc6-9e3c813ccfd4
  30th January 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a3754a2e-43fe-431f-a819-ccc5ac03826b
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