Scope
Reference
NTU/25/2937/DS
Description
The Collaboratory research hub in partnership with Nottingham Trent University (NTU), the University of Nottingham (UoN), De Montfort University, Leicester University and Loughborough University invite proposals to evaluate the Collaboratory Programme, a UKRI Research England Development funded (RED) initiative designed to reimagine doctoral education through deep community engagement. The successful team will be contracted to deliver a robust, inclusive, and adaptive evaluation from October 2025 to 2029, culminating in a final report. The evaluation will be aligned with UKRI standards, institutional values, and the principles of co-production and equity. Submissions will be assessed on their methodological rigour, understanding of the programme, and commitment to inclusive and developmental evaluation practices. Each submission should be detailed enough to allow the Collaboratory team to assess the most appropriate proposal.
Total value (estimated)
- £66,666.67 excluding VAT
- £80,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 13 October 2025 to 13 October 2029
- 4 years, 1 day
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 79419000 - Evaluation consultancy services
- 79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services
Contract locations
- UKF14 - Nottingham
Participation
Conditions of participation
Please see publish tender documents for full details.
Submission
Enquiry deadline
8 September 2025, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
10 September 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Technical Criteria | 30% |
Quality |
| Provision of Service | 21% |
Quality |
| Service Delivery | 12% |
Quality |
| NTU Strategic Commitments (Sustainability) | 5% |
Quality |
| Commercial Offer | 32% |
Price |
Weighting description
Please see the following Award Criteria.
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Contracting authority
Nottingham Trent University (NTU)
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PLJN-1931-JMHG
50 Shakespeare Street
Nottingham
NG1 4FQ
United Kingdom
Contact name: Dean Scaife
Telephone: +44 1158482921
Email: dean.scaife@ntu.ac.uk
Website: https://www.ntu.ac.uk
Region: UKF14 - Nottingham
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government