DFID International Multi-Disciplinary Programme Framework Agreement (IMDP)

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DFID International Multi-Disciplinary Programme Framework Agreement (IMDP)

DFID is seeking to appoint suppliers to an International Multi-Disciplinary Programme Framework Agreement (IMDP). The Framework Agreement will be for a 24-month term - with the option to extend for a further two periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need). The estimated value of the Framework Agreement is between 1 000 000 000 GBP and 3 000 000 000 GBP.

This Framework Agreement will enable DFID to access advice and expertise in a cost efficient and effective manner across the eleven thematic areas detailed within the Terms of Reference and also included in the 'Additional Information' section of this notice — provided by multi-disciplinary teams of quality professionals to design, manage and deliver international development programme services with agility and innovation whilst maintaining fair competition, in response to the dynamic and challenging needs of working in complex and fragile context.

Climate Change and Environment (lower value call-down contracts — up to 3 000 000 GBP per contract)

Overseas development assistance in the thematic area of Climate Change and Environment (lower value call-down contracts — up to 3 000 000 GBP per contract) — as detailed in the Terms of Reference.

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

The Authority expressly reserves the right:

(i) not to award the Framework Agreement as a result of the procurement commenced by the publication of this notice; and

(ii) to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the tendering competition. In no circumstances shall the Authority be liable for any costs incurred by the candidates.

Conflict and Governance (lower value call-down contracts — up to 3 000 000 GBP per contract)

Overseas development assistance in the thematic area of Conflict and Governance (lower value call-down contracts — up to 3 000 000 GBP per contract) — as detailed in the Terms of Reference.

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

The Authority expressly reserves the right:

(i) not to award the Framework Agreement as a result of the procurement commenced by the publication of this notice, and

(ii) to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the tendering competition. In no circumstances shall the Authority be liable for any costs incurred by the candidates.

Education (lower value call-down contracts — up to 3 000 000 GBP per contract)

Overseas development assistance in the thematic area of Education (lower value call-down contracts — up to 3 000 000 GBP per contract) — as detailed in the Terms of Reference.

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

The Authority expressly reserves the right:

(i) not to award the Framework Agreement as a result of the procurement commenced by the publication of this notice, and

(ii) to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the tendering competition. In no circumstances shall the Authority be liable for any costs incurred by the candidates.

Human Development and Health (lower value call-down contracts — up to 3 000 000 GBP per contract)

Overseas development assistance in the thematic area of Human Development and Health (lower value call-down contracts — up to 3 000 000 GBP per contract) — as detailed in the Terms of Reference.

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

The Authority expressly reserves the right:

(i) not to award the Framework Agreement as a result of the procurement commenced by the publication of this notice, and

(ii) to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the tendering competition. In no circumstances shall the Authority be liable for any costs incurred by the candidates.

Humanitarian (lower value call-down contracts — up to 3 000 000 GBP per contract)

Overseas development assistance in the thematic area of Humanitarian (lower value call-down contracts — up to 3 000 000 GBP per contract) — as detailed in the Terms of Reference.

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

The Authority expressly reserves the right:

(i) not to award the Framework Agreement as a result of the procurement commenced by the publication of this notice, and

(ii) to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the tendering competition. In no circumstances shall the Authority be liable for any costs incurred by the candidates.

Infrastructure (lower value call-down contracts — up to 3 000 000 GBP per contract)

Overseas development assistance in the thematic area of Infrastructure (lower value call-down contracts — up to 3 000 000 GBP per contract) — as detailed in the Terms of Reference.

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

The Authority expressly reserves the right:

(i) not to award the Framework Agreement as a result of the procurement commenced by the publication of this notice, and

(ii) to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the tendering competition. In no circumstances shall the Authority be liable for any costs incurred by the candidates.

Livelihoods (lower value call-down contracts — up to 3 000 000 GBP per contract)

Overseas development assistance in the thematic area of Livelihoods (lower value call-down contracts — up to 3 000 000 GBP per contract) — as detailed in the Terms of Reference.

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

The Authority expressly reserves the right:

(i) not to award the Framework Agreement as a result of the procurement commenced by the publication of this notice, and

(ii) to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the tendering competition. In no circumstances shall the Authority be liable for any costs incurred by the candidates.

Social Development (lower value call-down contracts — up to 3 000 000 GBP per contract)

Overseas development assistance in the thematic area of Social Development (lower value call-down contracts — up to 3 000 000 GBP per contract) — as detailed in the Terms of Reference.

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

The Authority expressly reserves the right:

(i) not to award the Framework Agreement as a result of the procurement commenced by the publication of this notice, and

(ii) to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the tendering competition. In no circumstances shall the Authority be liable for any costs incurred by the candidates.

Procurement and Logistics (lower value call-down contracts — up to 3 000 000 GBP per contract)

Overseas development assistance in the thematic area of Procurement and Logistics (lower value call-down contracts — up to 3 000 000 GBP per contract) — as detailed in the Terms of Reference.

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

The Authority expressly reserves the right:

(i) not to award the Framework Agreement as a result of the procurement commenced by the publication of this notice, and

(ii) to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the tendering competition. In no circumstances shall the Authority be liable for any costs incurred by the candidates.

Research (lower value call-down contracts — up to 3 000 000 GBP per contract)

Overseas development assistance in the thematic area of Research (lower value call-down contracts — up to 3 000 000 GBP per contract) — as detailed in the Terms of Reference.

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

The Authority expressly reserves the right:

(i) not to award the Framework Agreement as a result of the procurement commenced by the publication of this notice, and

(ii) to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the tendering competition. In no circumstances shall the Authority be liable for any costs incurred by the candidates.

Climate Change and Environment (higher value call-down contracts – from 3 000 000 GBP up to 12 000 000 GBP per contract)

Overseas development assistance in the thematic area of Climate Change and Environment (higher value call-down contracts – from 3 000 000 GBP up to 12 000 000 GBP per contract) — as detailed in the Terms of Reference.

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

The Authority expressly reserves the right:

(i) not to award the Framework Agreement as a result of the procurement commenced by the publication of this notice, and

(ii) to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the tendering competition. In no circumstances shall the Authority be liable for any costs incurred by the candidates.

Conflict and Governance (higher value call-down contracts – from 3 000 000 GBP up to 12 000 000 GBP per contract)

Overseas development assistance in the thematic area of Conflict and Governance (higher value call-down contracts – from 3 000 000 GBP up to 12 000 000 GBP per contract) — as detailed in the Terms of Reference.

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

The Authority expressly reserves the right:

(i) not to award the Framework Agreement as a result of the procurement commenced by the publication of this notice, and

(ii) to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the tendering competition. In no circumstances shall the Authority be liable for any costs incurred by the candidates.

Education (higher value call-down contracts – from 3 000 000 GBP up to 12 000 000 GBP per contract)

Overseas development assistance in the thematic area of Education (higher value call-down contracts – from 3 000 000 GBP up to 12 000 000 GBP per contract) — as detailed in the Terms of Reference.

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

The Authority expressly reserves the right:

(i) not to award the Framework Agreement as a result of the procurement commenced by the publication of this notice, and

(ii) to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the tendering competition. In no circumstances shall the Authority be liable for any costs incurred by the candidates.

Human Development and Health (higher value call-down contracts – from 3 000 000 GBP up to 12 000 000 GBP per contract)

Overseas development assistance in the thematic area of Human Development and Health (higher value call-down contracts – from 3 000 000 GBP up to 12 000 000 GBP per contract) — as detailed in the Terms of Reference.

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

The Authority expressly reserves the right:

(i) not to award the Framework Agreement as a result of the procurement commenced by the publication of this notice, and

(ii) to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the tendering competition. In no circumstances shall the Authority be liable for any costs incurred by the candidates.

Humanitarian (higher value call-down contracts – from 3 000 000 GBP up to 12 000 000 GBP per contract)

Overseas development assistance in the thematic area of Humanitarian (higher value call-down contracts — from 3 000 000 GBP up to 12 000 000 GBP per contract) — as detailed in the Terms of Reference.

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

The Authority expressly reserves the right

(i) not to award the Framework Agreement as a result of the procurement commenced by the publication of this notice, and

(ii) to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the tendering competition. In no circumstances shall the Authority be liable for any costs incurred by the candidates.

Infrastructure (higher value call-down contracts — from 3 000 000 GBP up to 12 000 000 GBP per contract)

Overseas development assistance in the thematic area of Infrastructure (higher value call-down contracts — from 3 000 000 GBP up to 12 000 000 GBP per contract) — as detailed in the Terms of Reference.

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

The Authority expressly reserves the right:

(i) not to award the Framework Agreement as a result of the procurement commenced by the publication of this notice, and

(ii) to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the tendering competition. In no circumstances shall the Authority be liable for any costs incurred by the candidates.

Livelihoods (higher value call-down contracts – from 3 000 000 GBP up to 12 000 000 GBP per contract)

Overseas development assistance in the thematic area of Livelihoods (higher value call-down contracts – from 3 000 000 GBP up to 12 000 000 GBP per contract) — as detailed in the Terms of Reference.

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

The Authority expressly reserves the right:

(i) not to award the Framework Agreement as a result of the procurement commenced by the publication of this notice, and

(ii) to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the tendering competition. In no circumstances shall the Authority be liable for any costs incurred by the candidates.

Social Development (higher value call-down contracts – from 3 000 000 GBP up to 12 000 000 GBP per contract)

Overseas development assistance in the thematic area of Social Development (higher value call-down contracts – from 3 000 000 GBP up to 12 000 000 GBP per contract) — as detailed in the Terms of Reference.

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

The Authority expressly reserves the right:

(i) not to award the Framework Agreement as a result of the procurement commenced by the publication of this notice, and

(ii) to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the tendering competition. In no circumstances shall the Authority be liable for any costs incurred by the candidates.

Procurement and Logistics (higher value call-down contracts – from 3 000 000 GBP up to 12 000 000 GBP per contract)

Overseas development assistance in the thematic area of Procurement and Logistics (higher value call-down contracts – from 3 000 000 GBP up to 12 000 000 GBP per contract) — as detailed in the Terms of Reference.

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

The Authority expressly reserves the right:

(i) not to award the Framework Agreement as a result of the procurement commenced by the publication of this notice, and

(ii) to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the tendering competition. In no circumstances shall the Authority be liable for any costs incurred by the candidates.

Research (higher value call-down contracts – from 3 000 000 GBP up to 12 000 000 GBP per contract)

Overseas development assistance in the thematic area of Research (higher value call-down contracts – from 3 000 000 GBP up to 12 000 000 GBP per contract) — as detailed in the Terms of Reference.

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

The Authority expressly reserves the right:

(i) not to award the Framework Agreement as a result of the procurement commenced by the publication of this notice, and

(ii) to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the tendering competition. In no circumstances shall the Authority be liable for any costs incurred by the candidates.

Statistics and Data (lower value call-down contracts — up to 3 000 000 GBP per contract)

Overseas development assistance in the thematic area of Statistics and Data (lower value call-down contracts — up to 3 000 000 GBP per contract) — as detailed in the Terms of Reference.

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

The Authority expressly reserves the right:

(i) not to award the Framework Agreement as a result of the procurement commenced by the publication of this notice, and

(ii) to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the tendering competition. In no circumstances shall the Authority be liable for any costs incurred by the candidates.

Statistics and Data (higher value call-down contracts – from 3 000 000 GBP up to 12 000 000 GBP per contract)

Overseas development assistance in the thematic area of Statistics and Data (higher value call-down contracts – from 3 000 000 GBP up to 12 000 000 GBP per contract) — as detailed in the Terms of Reference.

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

Option to extend for a further 2 periods of up to 12-months each (subject to ongoing need).

The Authority expressly reserves the right:

(i) not to award the Framework Agreement as a result of the procurement commenced by the publication of this notice, and

(ii) to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the tendering competition. In no circumstances shall the Authority be liable for any costs incurred by the candidates.

Procurement documents should be accessed via the DFID Supplier Portal at https://supplierportal.dfid.gov.uk/selfservice/.

The thematic areas covered are:

— Climate Change and Environment,

— Conflict and Governance,

— Education,

— Human Development and Health,

— Humanitarian,

— Infrastructure,

— Livelihoods,

— Social Development,

— Procurement and Logistics,

— Research,

— Statistics and Data.

Each thematic area will have 2 lots:

— A Low-Value Lot up to 3 000 000 GBP to encourage new supplier base and capacity building in priority DFID/HMG countries (Lots 1-10 and 21).

— A High-Value Lot of 3 000 000 GBP—12 000 000 GBP (Lots 11-20 and 22).

Note:

(1) In order to be included in the Framework Agreement, successful organisations will need to qualify in at least one Thematic Lot;

(2) Organisations should note that they are not required to be able to deliver every aspect of the Thematic Lot (as detailed in the Terms of Reference) in order to qualify.

In order to qualify, organisations must be able to deliver at least one aspect of the Thematic Lot (as detailed in the Terms of Reference);

(3) Organisations should ensure that they review the “Framework Rules regarding eligibility to tender for lots” — included within the Terms of Reference.

The ultimate beneficiaries of the services to be delivered under the Framework Agreement will include partner governments, civil society and direct beneficiaries.

The users of the Framework Agreement who will be entitled to enter into Call-down Contracts for the benefit of the ultimate beneficiaries are UK Government departments, agencies and public bodies and the devolved administrations. It is anticipated that the Framework Agreement will be used by DFID and at least the following other government departments (OGDs):

— Foreign and Commonwealth Office,

— Department for International Trade,

— Home Office,

— Department of Health,

— Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy,

— Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs,

— Department for Culture Media and Sports,

— Office for National Statistics,

— Ministry of Defence,

— HM Revenue and Customs,

— HM Treasury,

— Department for Education,

— Department for Work and Pensions,

— Department for Transport,

— Scottish Government,

— Welsh Government.

This list is not exhaustive. A complete list of OGDs who are entitled to use the Framework can be found at https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations.

This list may be updated from time to time due to re-structuring or re-organisation.