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title: "Difference Matters Programme Evaluation and Learning Partner"
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buyer: "LONDON LEGACY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION"
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# Difference Matters Programme Evaluation and Learning Partner

Buyer: LONDON LEGACY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0508be

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## Summary

The London Legacy Development Corporation is initiating a tender for the "Difference Matters Programme Evaluation and Learning Partner" project. This opportunity is centred in London, UK, under the industry category of research and development services and related consultancy services. The procurement process is at the tender stage, with submissions required by 12pm on 28th May 2025, via the Delta eSourcing portal. Clarifications are accepted until 14th May 2025. The contract is valued at £150,000 and is intended to run for 24 months, starting from approximately June 2025.

This procurement presents extensive opportunities for businesses specialising in consultancy services related to research and development, particularly those focusing on social research services and evaluation consultancy services. The contract could be particularly advantageous for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) due to suitability criteria. Companies with strong capabilities in qualitative and quantitative evaluation, effective engagement across diverse groups, and expertise in project management will find this tender an excellent prospect for growth and an opportunity to contribute significantly to impactful educational initiatives.

## Notice

London's VRU are seeking to commission an Evaluation and Learning Partner for the Difference Matters (DM) programme. This evaluation aims to assess both the implementation and impact of the DM programme in fostering positive outcomes for pupils and schools. It will examine how the programme is delivered, its effectiveness, and its contribution to individual and organisational change. The evaluation will also promote cross-borough learning by identifying and sharing best practice, producing accessible resources, and supporting knowledge exchange to strengthen the programme's long-term impact and sustainability. The value of the contract is PS150,000, duration of 24 months from the contract date; estimated commencement date June 2025. Deadline for submission of tenders is the 28th May 2025 by 12pm, tenders should only be submitted via Delta. Clarification deadline is the 14th May 2025. Clarification received after this date will not be considered. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Research-and-development-services-and-related-consultancy-services.-*Duplicated*/Z4BWXC43AW To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/Z4BWXC43AW

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017445-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 28 May 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2025 - 1 Jun 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £150,000 |
| Lots value | £150,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LONDON LEGACY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E20 1EJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI41 Hackney and Newham |
| Local authority | Newham |
| Electoral ward | Stratford Olympic Park |
| Westminster constituency | Stratford and Bow |
| 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
- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services
- 73210000 - Research consultancy services
- 79315000 - Social research services
- 79419000 - Evaluation consultancy services
- 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

## Release History

- 28 Apr 2025 at 16:38 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017445-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017445-2025
  28th April 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/Z4BWXC43AW
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Research-and-development-services-and-related-consultancy-services.-*Duplicated*/Z4BWXC43AW
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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