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title: "Evaluation of the joint RE and OfS funding competition to improve access and participation for Black, Asian and minority ethnic students in postgraduate research study"
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# Evaluation of the joint RE and OfS funding competition to improve access and participation for Black, Asian and minority ethnic students in postgraduate research study

Buyer: OFFICE FOR STUDENTS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-da51cabb-b75a-41bb-bc31-cd93148753e6

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## Summary

The Office for Students is initiating a tender process for the evaluation of a funding competition aimed at enhancing access and participation for Black, Asian, and minority ethnic students in postgraduate research. This tender, classified under evaluation consultancy services, is valued at £237,500 and is being conducted through an open procedure. The tender period is set to conclude on 23 November 2020, with the contract expected to commence on 1 March 2021 and remain active until 30 November 2025. The evaluation work will take place in the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in evaluation consultancy services and those committed to advancing diversity and inclusion within higher education. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to compete, given the emphasis on improving participation for underrepresented groups. Engaging in this contract could not only enhance the successful party's portfolio but also contribute to social good by supporting the education of diverse student populations.

## Notice

Evaluation of the joint Research England and Office for Students funding competition to improve access and participation for Black, Asian and minority ethnic students in postgraduate research study

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3098f013-77b3-4939-bbdb-b0d07dd77c2e |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Oct 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Nov 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2021 - 30 Nov 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £237,500 |
| 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 | OFFICE FOR STUDENTS |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS34 8SR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Gifford |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79419000 - Evaluation consultancy services

## Release History

- 24 Oct 2020 at 11:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3098f013-77b3-4939-bbdb-b0d07dd77c2e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3098f013-77b3-4939-bbdb-b0d07dd77c2e
  24th October 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Bristol:-Evaluation-consultancy-services./HJD43DK953
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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