--- title: "EdTech Hub Monitoring & Forecasting Lead" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d795ec31-67df-4124-a512-a443ded632a8" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d795ec31-67df-4124-a512-a443ded632a8" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d795ec31-67df-4124-a512-a443ded632a8.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d795ec31-67df-4124-a512-a443ded632a8.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "RESULTS FOR DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE, INC." published: "2025-02-26" --- # EdTech Hub Monitoring & Forecasting Lead Buyer: RESULTS FOR DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE, INC. Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d795ec31-67df-4124-a512-a443ded632a8 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d795ec31-67df-4124-a512-a443ded632a8) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d795ec31-67df-4124-a512-a443ded632a8.json) ## Summary The Results For Development Institute, Inc. (R4D) is seeking a Monitoring & Forecasting Lead for the EdTech Hub programme, which is funded by the FCDO Directorate for Research and Innovation Hub on Technology for Education. This contract, classified under evaluation consultancy services, is an open procurement process intended to support the operationalisation of the Hub’s monitoring and forecasting processes. The procurement stage is currently at the tender phase, with a closing date for applications set for 7 March 2025. Key dates include the tender publication on 26 February 2025 and the contract period from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026. The role will focus on the United Kingdom, while also covering a broad geographic area, including multiple international territories. This tender presents a significant opportunity for SMEs, especially those experienced in monitoring, evaluation, and data analysis. The role involves critical responsibilities such as overseeing data collection and analysis, working closely with delivery teams, and collaborating on forecasting efforts. Businesses with a background in data systems, reporting, and stakeholder engagement in international education technology will find this opportunity particularly advantageous. The open procedure above the threshold ensures a competitive environment, allowing businesses to showcase their expertise and contribute to a global initiative aimed at improving technology in education. ## Notice This role supports the operationalisation of the Hub's monitoring and forecasting processes as part of the MELA function. About the EdTech Hub Programme R4D is the prime contractor for the FCDO Directorate for Research and Innovation Hub on Technology for Education (EdTech Hub) programme. The aim of the EdTech Hub is to empower people by giving them the evidence they need to make decisions about technology in education as part of a global non-profit partnership focusing on research, innovation, and engagement. EdTech Hub is a global research partnership that aims to empower people by giving them the evidence they need to make decisions about technology in education. EdTech Hub: Undertakes and funds robust and rigorous research in five key topic areas. Delivers support in up to six core countries to develop and deliver Sandboxes to learn about technology in education in a specific environment. Delivers Technical Advice and Helpdesk support to FCDO, UNICEF and World Bank advisors as well as government officials on technology in education. Functions as a Hub and shares a range of Learning Products to make evidence available to a wide audience. EdTech Hub is delivered through a consortium of R4D and five core sub-contractors as well as range of country and activity specific local and international sub-contractors. From a management perspective, it is a complex programme funded by multiple donors including various departments within the FCDO, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the World Bank and UNICEF. Overview of the Role The Monitoring & Forecasting Lead contributes to all aspects of the EdTech Hub's Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning and Adaptation (MELA) function but is primarily responsible for overseeing monitoring data collection and analysis. The role works closely with Hub delivery teams to design and implement data systems and processes that support data collection and analysis for decision-making as well as reporting. In addition, the Monitoring & Forecasting Lead will work closely with the Hub Communications Team on effective dissemination of the results and the operations team on ensuring usage of the systems and uptake of the insights for decision making. They will also lead forecasting efforts by working directly with program leads to reflect on data from previous periods and adjust forecasts for coming periods. Responsibilities Analysis of monitoring data that feeds into the Results Framework (Logframe, VFM and KPI) and reporting including quarterly reports, annual report, annual review etc.. Support Hub delivery teams to collect output and outcome data through streamlined monitoring systems and processes. Support Hub delivery teams to forecast and re-forecast their costs monthly, adapting to programmatic changes and donor feedback. Support the MELA team in evaluation design, data collection, analysis and sensemaking of the results. Additional information: How to Apply Due to the high number of applicants, we cannot directly respond to all candidates. Within your application, please ensure to list your day rate in GBP. The final closing date for applications will be Friday, 7 March, 2025. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/24329e1d-c97f-4d94-8bcd-3d2cdd6c6203 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 26 Feb 2025 | | Submission deadline | 7 Mar 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £100,000 | | 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 | RESULTS FOR DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE, INC. | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | South West London | | Postcode | SW1H 0HW | | 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79419000 - Evaluation consultancy services ## Release History - 26 Feb 2025 at 02:51 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/24329e1d-c97f-4d94-8bcd-3d2cdd6c6203 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/24329e1d-c97f-4d94-8bcd-3d2cdd6c6203 26th February 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://edtechhub.org/jobs/?preview_id=21968 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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