Violence Reduction Partnership Research and Evaluation
Description: The Violence Reduction Partnership are seeking support to deliver Research and Evaluation projects until 31st March 2027, with the potential of extending arrangements for a further year. There are 3 opportunities to bid for: Service Name (s): Lot 1 - Violence Reduction Partnership Community Research Lot 2 - Violence Reduction Partnership Research and Evaluation Support Lot 3 - Violence Reduction Partnership Habitual Knife Carriers Evaluation.
Summary: The Police and Crime Commissioner for West Midlands, located in Birmingham, is currently in the tender stage for a public procurement opportunity entitled "Violence Reduction Partnership Research and Evaluation." This initiative seeks consultancy services within the research and development and evaluation consultancy sector, focusing on the UKG region. The procurement process is open and under the category "services," with a submission deadline on 28 August 2026, while the enquiry period closes on 21 August 2026. The total estimated budget for this project is £250,000, with potential contracts extending until March 2027 and possibly further if funded. The legal basis for this procurement is aligned with UK legislation 2023/54.