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# Supply of Research Services

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF DERBY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f661cef0-c37a-40a4-b60b-f3aefc115691

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## Summary

The UNIVERSITY OF DERBY is conducting a procurement process for the supply of research services, primarily aimed at commissioning a research synthesis and meta-review of evaluation evidence related to the DANCOP programme. The contract, valued at £25,000, was officially awarded on 26 April 2021, following an open procurement method described as an "Open procedure (below threshold)". This process began with the tender period that ended on 15 April 2021, allowing interested parties to submit their bids. The research aims to draw upon diverse sources of quantitative and qualitative data to contribute to the evidence base around effective outreach practices in higher education.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) specialising in research and evaluation services. Companies that possess expertise in synthesising data from multiple sources and have a background in educational evaluations would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this procurement could help these businesses leverage their capabilities to deliver impactful research, ultimately contributing to their growth and positioning within the educational consultancy sector.

## Notice

DANCOP is seeking to commission a research synthesis and/or meta-review of evaluation evidence. The overarching aim of the research is to establish the impact of DANCOP programmes of activity, utilising the extensive existing bank of evaluation data and reports produced by the various activity delivery teams. Data available is both quantitative and qualitative in nature. Data sources include: * Pre- and post-activity questionnaire responses (MS Excel format) * Baseline and end of year questionnaire responses (MS Excel format) * Anonymous post-activity questionnaire responses (MS Excel format) * Circa 130 delivery evaluation reports (MS Word and PDF format) It is important that the research utilises the evidence from the range of existing data sources available, which includes feedback from stakeholders such as delivery staff, teachers, partners, learners and parents. The research conclusions should directly address the aims of DANCOP and the Uni Connect programme (see section 2). DANCOP evaluation has developed significantly in line with the programme, with various approaches utilised from 2017 to the Phase 2 (current) approach which is outlined in the Evaluation Strategy. The research piece will directly address the requirement to contribute to a stronger evidence base around 'what works' in higher education outreach and strengthen evaluation practice in the sector. Please refer to the Universtity of Derby Procurement website: https://www.derby.ac.uk/services/finance/procurement-suppliers-and-tendering/supplier-info/ prospective suppliers heading for how to guides and links to the registration process and the existing suppliers heading for the how to guides for responding to negotiations (tenders).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/947b979d-ef5f-4ca1-b954-30e746ecc5e5 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 May 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Apr 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Apr 2021 |
| Contract period | 25 Apr 2021 - 31 Aug 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £25,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £24,990 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF DERBY |
| Locality | DERBY |
| Post town | Derby |
| Postcode | DE22 1GB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF11 Derby |
| Local authority | Derby |
| Electoral ward | Allestree |
| Westminster constituency | Mid Derbyshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | COOPER-GIBSON |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 4 May 2021 at 14:15 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/947b979d-ef5f-4ca1-b954-30e746ecc5e5
- 23 Mar 2021 at 10:14 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68e19e7b-cb90-4def-a3ee-8cfe2727c840

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/947b979d-ef5f-4ca1-b954-30e746ecc5e5
  4th May 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68e19e7b-cb90-4def-a3ee-8cfe2727c840
  23rd March 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.derby.ac.uk/services/finance/procurement-suppliers-and-tendering/supplier-info/
  University of Derby Supplier Registration page

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