PS22246 - An exploration of changes to the cost of research in UK research performing organisations - ITQ

Tender description

The final date and time for the submission of bids is Friday 16th September 2022 at 11:00 DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal. Context The UK's research and innovation system tackles national and global challenges, supports economic growth, productivity and cultural richness, and fosters private R&D investment. In order to remain sustainable, our research and innovation system must be able to meet present R&D needs without depleting its ability to meet future needs (as set out in the Government's R&D roadmap, Plan for Growth and Innovation Strategy). Achieving this requires sufficient financial inputs as well as a critical mass of talent and capability, a thriving research environment, and action to address environmental sustainability. However, as the Government advances its plans to make the UK a science superpower and increase public spending on R&D, research-performing organisations are reporting financial pressures associated with covering long-term costs and investing in the underpinning capability needed to respond quickly to new opportunities and priorities, and research leaders have expressed concern that the costs of research are rising faster than inflation. Aim The aim of this study is to develop and demonstrate a methodological approach that will enable UKRI to better understand the underlying costs of research, how these costs are changing over time, and the drivers behind the observed trends. It will provide robust evidence (quantitative data and qualitative analysis) of the drivers of change and the extent to which the costs of research have changed over the past 10 years. Bidders should develop a proposal that outlines a robust methodology that would support an exploration of the changing costs of research in UK universities and UKRI-funded research institutes. Please ensure you review all attached information to ensure a full understanding of this requirement. All attachments can be found with the Supplier Attachments tab within the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal. This contract will be awarded based on the evaluation criteria as set out in the ITQ document. How to Apply UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) will be using the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal for this procurement. To register on the Jaggaer eSourcing portal please use the link https://beisgroup.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/ and follow the instructions to register as a supplier. If you are already registered on the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal and wish to participate in this procurement, please use the link: https://beisgroup.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/. Once you are logged into the system you will be able to locate the Procurement you wish to leave a bid on by clicking the ITTs Open to All Suppliers and searching for the reference number PS22246