UKSBS CR18014 Global Review of Diversity and Inclusion in Business Innovation

Tender description

The final date and time for the submission of bids is Wednesday 31st January 2018 - 11:00 DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the CCS eSourcing Portal. Innovate UK drives productivity and growth by supporting businesses to realise the potential of new technologies, develop ideas and make them a commercial success. We are looking for an external company to carry out a global review of strategies, policies and programmes adopted by overseas innovation agencies to promote diversity and inclusion in business innovation. At Innovate UK we aim to encourage and support diversity and inclusion in all we do as an innovation investor, partner and employer. This is to ensure that we are supporting the best ideas and most talented innovators - regardless of background or circumstance. infocus is the brand for Innovate UK's work on diversity and inclusion. A good idea for innovation can come from anyone and diversity is proven to contribute to business success. Please ensure you review all attached information to ensure a full understanding of this requirement. 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.