UKRI-1934 Museums, Galleries, Science Centres Programme

Concepts

• swindon
• management consultancy
• ukri
• administration of grants programme
• ukri-1934 museums
• engagement programme
• galleries
• museums
• engagement programmes
• science centres

Location

Swindon

Description

UKRI is looking for a supplier to design and deliver a programme that will engage underrepresented groups with research and innovation, through museums, galleries and science centres. The programme should consist of two interrelated elements: •administration of grants programme •a learning and engagement programme. The programme will ideally be delivered between August 2022 and August 2024, with some flexibility around the start date, The duration will be 24 months with the option of a time based only extension of up to 3 months if required, subject to UKRI’s approval. A maximum budget for both elements is up to £230K (excluding VAT)

Total Quantity or Scope

The supplier will be required to administer the grants from a total funding pot of £750K which would be paid separately to the supplier via a separate funding agreement. The programme should also make use of research recently funded by UKRI concerning the museums and galleries and science centre sectors, and any other relevant evidence. The precise groups and beneficiaries will be identified by the supplier(s) but there must be a key focus on groups that are currently underrepresented in research and innovation The supplier must have: •A proven track record in administering grants to a wide range of museums, galleries and science centres •Demonstrable expertise, knowledge and networks within the museums, galleries and science centre sectors •A proven track record in delivering high quality and innovative learning and engagement programmes •A strong track record in programme and grant monitoring and reporting, communications, evaluation, and the production of high quality, engaging outputs to showcase programme and project learning •Demonstrable understanding of the latest developments in research and innovation policy and thinking across government, academia, research councils, and other UKRI stakeholders. The programme will ideally be delivered between August 2022 and August 2024, with some flexibility around the start date,the duration will be 24 months with the option of a time based only extension of up to 3 months if required, subject to UKRI’s approval.

Renewal Options

a three month time only extension may be applied subject to approval by UKRI

Award Criteria

CPV Codes

• 79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

Indicators

• Bids should cover the whole contract.
• Options are available.
• Renewals are not available.
• Award on basis of price and quality.

Other Information

To respond to this opportunity please click here: https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/respond/UY2Q86N98X 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. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Swindon:-Business-and-management-... To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/respond/UY2Q86N98X GO Reference: GO-2022429-PRO-20058133