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title: "DFID 8093 Understanding knowledge systems and what works to promote science technology and innovation in Kenya, Tanzania and Rwanda Contract Award"
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# DFID 8093 Understanding knowledge systems and what works to promote science technology and innovation in Kenya, Tanzania and Rwanda Contract Award

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-defda911-b469-49bf-82c3-53d8f299a025

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "DFID 8093 Understanding knowledge systems and what works to promote science technology and innovation in Kenya, Tanzania and Rwanda" was awarded by the Department for International Development (DFID). This contract falls under the category of foreign economic-aid-related services and was formally completed on 3rd May 2018. The contract has a total value of £541,584 and spans from 4th April 2018 to 30th September 2019. Business interests were invited to register for this selective tender, which operated under a restricted procedure, with a tender period that ended on 7th January 2018. Relevant delivery addresses include various regions such as British Overseas Territories and the United Kingdom.

This contract provides significant growth opportunities for businesses engaged in science, technology, and innovation sectors, particularly those able to contribute to understanding knowledge systems in the context of developing countries. Companies that have expertise in research methodologies, evidence-based interventions, or technology transfer initiatives would be well-positioned to compete for future contracts of a similar nature. Additionally, SMEs and voluntary community sector enterprises may find suitable avenues to engage given their relevance to the project's objectives.

## Notice

To propose a practical and context specific knowledge system concept for Kenya, Tanzania and Rwanda which is informed by appropriate international evidence of what works in innovation and research system approaches; and propose practical actions and recommendations for effective investments in science, technology and innovation by these countries and their partners. Additional information: All relevant information relating to this Contract Notice can be found on the DFID Supplier Portal where suppliers can register their interest directly. If you are not already registered as a supplier on the DFID Supplier Portal please follow the guidance which can be found on the top left of the home page: https://supplierportal.dfid.gov.uk/selfservice/

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4cf9a65d-bf68-4d84-a566-c535efefd1fd |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 May 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Jan 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Apr 2018 |
| Contract period | 3 Apr 2018 - 30 Sep 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £541,584 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £541,584 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT |
| Locality | EAST KILBRIDE |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G75 8EA |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM95 South Lanarkshire |
| Local authority | South Lanarkshire |
| Electoral ward | East Kilbride West |
| Westminster constituency | East Kilbride and Strathaven |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NATURAL RESOURCES INSTITUTE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 75 - Administration, defence and social security services

### Codes

- 75211200 - Foreign economic-aid-related services

## Release History

- 3 May 2018 at 10:51 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4cf9a65d-bf68-4d84-a566-c535efefd1fd

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4cf9a65d-bf68-4d84-a566-c535efefd1fd
  3rd May 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1c9f611d-fee9-4950-b495-c4b651cb2e7d
  DFID 8093 Call Down Contract Award Section 1
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d7e37f74-7bcf-422b-9867-aa5c5a827889
  DFID 8093 Contract Award Section 3 ToR
- https://supplierportal.dfid.gov.uk/selfservice/pages/secure/supplier/bulletinBoard/viewFullTender.cmd?dGVuZGVySWQ9NzEwMzA%3D
  DFID 8093 Contract Award visible on the Bulletin Board

## Notice URLs

- https://supplierportal.dfid.gov.uk/selfservice/
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-international-development

## Provenance

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