--- title: "GB-London: Evaluation of Developing Your Creative Practice (DYCP)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f70d91ce-7b4b-4679-9e0d-68913a21f2ef" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f70d91ce-7b4b-4679-9e0d-68913a21f2ef" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f70d91ce-7b4b-4679-9e0d-68913a21f2ef.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f70d91ce-7b4b-4679-9e0d-68913a21f2ef.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE ARTS COUNCIL OF ENGLAND" published: "2021-09-10" --- # GB-London: Evaluation of Developing Your Creative Practice (DYCP) Buyer: THE ARTS COUNCIL OF ENGLAND Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f70d91ce-7b4b-4679-9e0d-68913a21f2ef [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f70d91ce-7b4b-4679-9e0d-68913a21f2ef) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f70d91ce-7b4b-4679-9e0d-68913a21f2ef.json) ## Summary The Arts Council of England is seeking an independent evaluator for the "Evaluation of Developing Your Creative Practice (DYCP)" programme, a key initiative supporting the cultural sector. The procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, with a deadline for submissions extended to 4th October 2021 at 12:00. This open procedure, valued at £50,000, aims to enhance the evidence and impact assessment of the DYCP, which assists independent cultural practitioners in advancing their creative development. The contract period is set to commence on 18th October 2021 and conclude on 31st March 2022, based in London, UK, under the classification of Research consultancy services. This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in evaluation and consultancy services within the arts and cultural sectors. Businesses experienced in conducting impact assessments or those with a solid background in the creative industries will find this tender particularly advantageous. The insights gained from this evaluation will not only contribute to the future shaping of the DYCP programme but also create pathways for successful bidders to establish long-term relationships with a prominent buying organisation. ## Notice NOTE: This notice was updated on 09 September 2021 for the following reason: Tender deadline extended until 04/10/21 at 12:00(Arts Council England are seeking an independent evaluator to conduct a process and impact evaluation of the Developing Your Creative Practice (DYCP) programme. DYCP is one of Arts Council's main investment programmes supporting the cultural sector. The programme supports the development of independent cultural and creative practioners, giving individuals the opportunity to take a dedicated period of time to focus on their own cultural and creative development and take them to the next stage in their practice. The evaluation will provide insight and evidence of the impact of DYCP on individuals through past funding rounds and shape the programme in the future.) 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/ccad5ef0-70ae-4559-875b-eb2d23eac81a | | 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 | 10 Sep 2021 | | Submission deadline | 4 Oct 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 17 Oct 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £50,000 | | 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 | THE ARTS COUNCIL OF ENGLAND | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | Central London | | Postcode | WC1B 3HF | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West | | ITL 3 | TLI36 Camden | | Local authority | Camden | | Electoral ward | Bloomsbury | | Westminster constituency | Holborn and St Pancras | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 73210000 - Research consultancy services - 79419000 - Evaluation consultancy services ## Release History - 10 Sep 2021 at 08:36 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ccad5ef0-70ae-4559-875b-eb2d23eac81a - 9 Sep 2021 at 08:55 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ccad5ef0-70ae-4559-875b-eb2d23eac81a - 7 Sep 2021 at 09:24 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ccad5ef0-70ae-4559-875b-eb2d23eac81a - 7 Sep 2021 at 07:10 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ccad5ef0-70ae-4559-875b-eb2d23eac81a ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ccad5ef0-70ae-4559-875b-eb2d23eac81a 10th September 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-London:-Evaluation-of-Developing-Your-Creative-Practice-(DYCP)/U9549D6YHB Please follow this link to view the notice. ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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