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title: "Strategic College Improvement Fund (SCIF) Mainstage Evaluation"
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# Strategic College Improvement Fund (SCIF) Mainstage Evaluation

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ee4ff60a-dad1-4f45-a969-74e35852d2ef

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## Summary

The Department for Education is seeking a contractor for the evaluation of the Strategic College Improvement Fund (SCIF). This process, classified under research and development services, is currently in the tender stage, with the deadline for Expressions of Interest (EOIs) set for 17:00 on 18th January 2019. The contract period will commence on 1st March 2019 and last until 31st August 2020, covering work required across the United Kingdom and other regions. The procurement will follow an open procedure below threshold.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the consultancy and research sectors, particularly those that specialise in education evaluation and data analysis. Companies with expertise in secondary data analysis and case study development would be especially well-suited to compete for this contract, as they can provide in-depth evaluations and actionable insights to the education sector. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given the eligibility stated in the tender requirements.

## Notice

A contractor is sought to undertake an evaluation of SCIF. It is expected to consist of; * Secondary analysis of available data and monitoring information. * The option for case studies to provide in depth examples of lessons to share with the sector. DEADLINE FOR RESPONSES IS 17.00 ON FRIDAY 18th JANUARY 2019 Additional information: Word Limit for EOIs is 1000 words

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/34e6148d-4d84-496a-9034-53ab89f4d573 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jan 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Jan 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2019 - 31 Aug 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION |
| Locality | SHEFFIELD |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S1 2FJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield |
| Local authority | Sheffield |
| Electoral ward | City |
| Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 16 Jan 2019 at 11:11 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/34e6148d-4d84-496a-9034-53ab89f4d573
- 17 Dec 2018 at 11:51 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/34e6148d-4d84-496a-9034-53ab89f4d573

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/34e6148d-4d84-496a-9034-53ab89f4d573
  16th January 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9f191fce-508c-43f4-9769-9866c5cb6ff9
  SCIF EOI Advert
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/813fe3a6-3d8c-4968-a246-153043b16889
  EOI Form
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f0fc8ffb-e5e1-4c29-b387-4ee531923cbd
  SCIF EOI Advert - Revised (Includes Pronect ref. no.)

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