Drivers, barriers and benefits associated with international engagement in research and innovation

Tender description

The final date and time for the submission of bids is 22/09/ 2017 at 14:00 DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. Note : Please disregard any content in this notice that requests your organisation "to apply directly to the buyer" as this unfortunately a system generated error, that is outside of the Contracting Authorities control All tender information MUST be submitted through the CCS eSourcing Portal. Brief Description of Requirement The study would be a review of the drivers, the barriers and the benefits associated with international collaboration in research and innovation and it is intended to inform the Government's approach to international engagement in research and innovation. The aims of this study are to: • Identify the main barriers, drivers and benefits associated with international collaboration; • Analyse the relationships and interdependencies between drivers, barriers and benefits; • Understand how the drivers, barriers and benefits of international engagement in research and innovation have evolved in response to the shifting landscape; and • Identify the most appropriate types, modes and level of intervention. This study will seek evidence on how views of the barriers, drivers and benefits associated with international collaboration vary according to the types of organisation, including: businesses, universities, academics and research and technology transfer organisations and intermediaries. All attachments can be found with the RFx attachments tab within the Emptoris System. This contract will be awarded based on the evaluation criteria set out in the ITQ document. How to Apply As part of the strategic alliance between UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) and Crown Commercial Service (CCS), UK SBS will be using the CCS eSourcing Suite for this procurement. To register on the CCS eSourcing portal please follow the details contained within the Additional Information section of this notice. If you are already registered on the CCS eSourcing portal and wish to register your interest in this opportunity please email; expressionofinterest@crowncommercial.gov.uk Your email must clearly state: • the name and reference for the procurement you wish to register for; • the name of the registered Bidder; • the name and contact details for the registered individual sending the email.