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title: "GB-Manchester: ACE 586 ITT - Virtual School/Cultural Sector Learning Partnership Programme Evaluation (The Midlands)"
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# GB-Manchester: ACE 586 ITT - Virtual School/Cultural Sector Learning Partnership Programme Evaluation (The Midlands)

Buyer: ARTS COUNCIL ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e5e553f2-2db7-4ec7-9a2f-f4bc099ee247

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## Summary

Arts Council England has awarded a contract to EAP Research Consultancy Limited to conduct an independent evaluation of the Virtual School/Cultural Sector Learning Partnership Programme (The Midlands). This procurement, classified under 'evaluation consultancy services,' involved an open procedure and was meant to support the development of innovative and replicable approaches to engage Care Experienced Children and Young People (CECYP) with cultural and creative activities. The contract, valued at £16,075, covers regions including the British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom, and will run from 5 August 2024 to 16 January 2026. The tender process concluded on 23 July 2024.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in evaluation consultancy, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs). By participating in such contracts, businesses can gain valuable experience and visibility, potentially leading to future work in the public sector. Companies with expertise in educational evaluations, especially those experienced in cultural sector programmes and youth engagement, would be well-suited to compete for similar tenders. Additionally, this contract underscores the importance of innovative solutions in educational and cultural sectors, providing a platform for businesses to showcase their creativity and impact.

## Notice

Arts Council England are seeking a contractor to conduct an independent evaluation of the Virtual School/Cultural Sector Learning Partnership Programme (The Midlands), a Midlands-wide action research approach which develops learning partnerships between virtual schools, cultural organisations and Care Experienced Children and Young People (CECYP). This evaluation will consider delivery, progress against the anticipated outcomes and measures of success, impact on the programme participants, and the extent to which new, innovative and replicable approaches to support CECYP to engage with cultural and creative activities have been developed. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/827afdec-79a2-4ff0-aac7-4aae8622df2b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 4 Aug 2024 - 16 Jan 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £16,075 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £16,075 |
| 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 | ARTS COUNCIL ENGLAND |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M1 1FN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Piccadilly |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EAP RESEARCH CONSULTANCY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79419000 - Evaluation consultancy services

## Release History

- 17 Dec 2024 at 14:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/827afdec-79a2-4ff0-aac7-4aae8622df2b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/827afdec-79a2-4ff0-aac7-4aae8622df2b
  17th December 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=910685372
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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