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title: "Research & Evaluation Partner"
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# Research & Evaluation Partner

Buyer: POLICE & CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR CLEVELAND  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f1e755a7-9589-4589-8d27-0a6ee3e39889

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## Summary

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Cleveland is actively seeking a contractor to provide Research and Evaluation Services for the "Shape Your Safety - Young Voices Consultation 2025" project. The tender, titled "Research & Evaluation Partner," falls under the industry category of Research and Development services, with procurement initiated through an open procedure. Key deadlines include the tender closing date on 9th June 2026 at 12:00 PM, and the contract period spans from 1st August 2026 to 31st March 2027. The services will be delivered in the North East of England. The successful provider must complete a Strategic Needs Assessment by 31st December 2026.

This tender opportunity is particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in research and development services. With a total contract value between £50,000 and £100,000, this project offers a substantial opportunity for growth in the consulting sector. Businesses capable of delivering high-quality strategic assessments and consultations, and those with expertise in engaging with young people, would be well-positioned to compete and expand their portfolio within the public sector.

## Notice

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Cleveland are seeking to award a contract for the provision of Research and Evaluation Services for - Shape Your Safety - Young Voices Consultation 2025. The successful provider will develop and draft a full Strategic Needs Assessment (SNA), by no later than the 31st December 2026. Further detail of the requirements of the contract can be found here: https://sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/home

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/71ab96d5-cb45-41d9-9a30-89c7f2bff083 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| 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 | POLICE & CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR CLEVELAND |
| Locality | MIDDLESBROUGH |
| Post town | Cleveland |
| Postcode | TS5 7YZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC32 South Teesside |
| Local authority | Middlesbrough |
| Electoral ward | Ladgate |
| Westminster constituency | Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 19 May 2026 at 14:33 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/71ab96d5-cb45-41d9-9a30-89c7f2bff083

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/71ab96d5-cb45-41d9-9a30-89c7f2bff083
  19th May 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/home
- https://www.cleveland.police.uk/

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