Evaluation of the Scottish Mentoring and Leadership Programme

Concepts

• scottish mentoring and leadership programme
• glasgow
• research services
• evaluation of the scottish mentoring
• scottish government wish
• aim of this programme of research
• money of the scottish mentoring
• leadership programme
• independent evaluation of the delivery process
• scottish mentoring

Location

Scotland:

Description

The Scottish Government wish to commission research to evaluate the process, impact and value for money of the Scottish Mentoring and Leadership Programme (SMLP) approach over 5 years. This will involve engaging with a range of participants, providers, employers, delivery partners and other stakeholders. As such, we anticipate that the research will involve a variety of different approaches and methodologies to gather and analyse relevant information and feedback. The aim of this programme of research is to provide a robust, independent evaluation of the delivery process, outcomes, and value for money, of the SMLP approach - a capabilities-based relational model of supporting young people to achieve their potential

Total Quantity or Scope

The Scottish Mentoring and Leadership Programme (SMLP) aims to support and improve the outcomes of up to 15,000 care experienced (or in ‘tough realities’) young people. The Scottish Government wish to commission research to evaluate the process, impact and value for money of the SMLP approach and to offer ongoing learning as the work evolves that will inform our thinking and strategic direction. The Scottish Government wish to commission research to evaluate the process, impact and value for money of the SMLP approach over 5 years. … The aim of this programme of research is to provide a robust, independent evaluation of the delivery process, outcomes, and value for money, of the SMLP approach, a capabilities-based relational model of supporting young people to achieve their potential Additional information: Further information on the Scottish Mentoring and Leadership Programme can be found in the Invitation to Tender Pack on Public Contracts Scotland, Project i.d. 21001, ITT i.d. 43775.

Renewal Options

Following the end of the initial 5 year period, the contract maybe extended by a period of up to 6 months

Award Criteria

CPV Codes

• 73110000 - Research services
• 79311400 - Economic research services
• 79315000 - Social research services

Indicators

• This is a one-off contract (no recurrence)
• Renewals are available.
• Financial restrictions apply.
• Staff qualifications are relevant.

Other Information

** PREVIEW NOTICE, please check Find a Tender for full details. ** Question Scoring Methodology for Award Criteria outlined in invitation to tender: 0 — Unacceptable. Nil or inadequate response. Fails to demonstrate an ability to meet the requirement. 1 — Poor. Response is partially relevant but generally poor. The response addresses some elements of the requirement but contains insufficient/limited detail or explanation to demonstrate how the requirement will be fulfilled. 2 — Acceptable. Response is relevant and acceptable. The response addresses a broad understanding of the requirement but may lack details on how the requirement will be fulfilled in certain areas. 3 — Good. Response is relevant and good. The response is sufficiently detailed to demonstrate a good understanding and provides details on how the requirements will be fulfilled. 4 — Excellent. Response is completely relevant and excellent overall. For technical evaluation questions denoted 'M' tenderers must achieve a minimum moderated average score of 2. If the moderated average score is less than 2 for any of the questions marked 'M' the tender will not be subject to Price Analysis and a score of 0 (zero) will be awarded in respect of the Price Score. As a result, the tender will not be considered further. Bidders must complete the SPD (Scotland) to demonstrate adherence to the Exclusion and Selection Criteria for this procurement. If there are named subcontractors/technicians upon which the bidder will rely to meet the selection criteria, these named parties must complete and reattach the SPD Supplier Response Form attached to SPD questions 2C.1.1 (Technicians) and 2D.1.2 (Subcontractors) on PCS-T. These parties must complete the first three sections of the SPD form, as well as any part of the section 4 selection criteria that the main bidder will rely upon the parties to fulfil. If parties have not yet been identified, this information may be required at a later date. Scottish Government reserves the right to request this information from relevant parties upon whom the main bidder will not rely to fulfil selection criteria. 4C.10 Bidders will be required to confirm whether they intend to sub-contract and if so, for what proportion of the contract. The terms and conditions include the detail of the requirements in respect of sub contracting arrangements. The buyer is using PCS-Tender to conduct this ITT exercise. The Project code is 21001. The ITT code is 43775. The total budget established for this contract of 600,000 GBP includes for the initial 5 year period and potential up to 6 month extension period. Bidders must demonstrate a Current Ratio of no less than 1.0. Current Ratio will be calculated as follows: net current assets divided by net current liabilities. There must be no qualification or contra-indication from any evidence provided in support of the bidders economic and financial standing. Bidders should state if they have applied IFRS15 to their Accounts. Bidders must have in place the following minimum insurance levels: - Public Liability Insurance - 1,000,000 GBP - Professional Indemnity Insurance - 1,000,000 GBP - Employer’s Liability Insurance - 5,000,000 GBP Such insurances must be maintained for the duration of the Contract and for a minimum of 5 years following the expiry or termination of the Contract as appropriate The buyer is using PCS-Tender to conduct this ITT exercise. The Project code is 21001. For more information see: http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 (SC Ref:687963)