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title: "UKSPF Programme Evaluation"
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# UKSPF Programme Evaluation

Buyer: NORTH TYNESIDE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d8698eaa-a1e9-4d44-9b9a-1b94cae281fb

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## Summary

The North of Tyne Combined Authority (NTCA) is seeking an experienced and creative provider to undertake an independent programme-level evaluation of NTCA's interventions funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF). The procurement process was conducted by North Tyneside Council on behalf of NTCA. The industry category is business and management consultancy and related services, with the contract valued at £90,000. The evaluation aims to assess the effectiveness and impact of the delivered projects, capture lessons to inform both current and future interventions, and provide an evidenced narrative to secure long-term sustainability and attract future investment to North of Tyne and the wider North East region. The procurement method was open, with the tender period ending on 30th October 2023, and the contract period running from 6th November 2023 to 5th November 2025.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in business and management consultancy services, particularly those experienced in programme evaluation. The successful bidder, Ortus Economic Research Ltd, will benefit from a substantial contract that not only reinforces their market credibility but also opens avenues for future engagements with NTCA and other regional authorities. Smaller businesses (SMEs) are suited to compete, given the open procurement process and the specific emphasis on the contractor’s creativity and experience in similar evaluations. This project is an excellent opportunity for consultancy firms looking to expand their portfolio in the public sector and increase their engagement in regional development projects.

## Notice

To undertake an independent programme-level evaluation of NTCA's interventions funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF). North of Tyne Combined Authority (NTCA) seeks an experienced and creative provider to undertake an independent programme-level evaluation of NTCA's interventions funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF). The chosen evaluator will assess the effectiveness and impact of the delivered projects, capture lessons to inform both the delivery of the programme and development of future interventions, and provide an evidenced narrative to help secure the long-term sustainability of the results obtained in the programme as well as attract future investment to North of Tyne and the wider North East region. Whilst the Buyer in the Contact Details is listed as "North Tyneside Council", this entry is system generated. For the avoidance of doubt, the Buyer in this case is the North of Tyne Combined Authority (NTCA). North Tyneside Council are conducting this procurement on NTCA's behalf. https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=09c770c1-8866-ee11-8124-005056b64545&p=1c9e782c-541e-e611-8114-000c29c9ba21

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c07baeee-e6d3-4d92-badf-a92990702b01 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Oct 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Jan 2024 |
| Contract period | 22 Jan 2024 - 31 Oct 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £90,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £90,000 |
| 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 | NORTH TYNESIDE COUNCIL |
| Locality | NORTH TYNESIDE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE27 0BY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | North Tyneside |
| Electoral ward | Shiremoor |
| Westminster constituency | Cramlington and Killingworth |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ORTUS ECONOMIC RESEARCH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

## Release History

- 31 Jul 2024 at 15:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c07baeee-e6d3-4d92-badf-a92990702b01
- 13 Oct 2023 at 11:10 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8297fd39-3761-4c95-901c-c6533d64bd62
- 9 Oct 2023 at 09:56 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aff10aa3-e12f-4e93-ac5e-f9c43b793bfb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c07baeee-e6d3-4d92-badf-a92990702b01
  31st July 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8297fd39-3761-4c95-901c-c6533d64bd62
  13th October 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aff10aa3-e12f-4e93-ac5e-f9c43b793bfb
  9th October 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.northtyneside.gov.uk/
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=09c770c1-8866-ee11-8124-005056b64545&p=1c9e782c-541e-e611-8114-000c29c9ba21

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