Research Studies on Police Ethics
Review recent reports that have raised police integrity as an issue; ? explore the introduction of a new code of ethics for the police service; ? seek out opportunities to raise ethical standards through leadership and operational training.
Reference number: RM2213
Deadline date:28/06/2013
This deadline is for… Tender Submissions
Contract value:£0 – £1
Location where the contract is to be carried out: London
Is this suitable for smaller suppliers? Yes
Is this contract suitable for a voluntary, community and social enterprise organisations? No
Name of the buying organisation: Government Procurement Service
Description of the contract
1.1 Following a number of high profile cases which have brought into question the integrity of the police in England and Wales (e.g. Hillsborough Independent Panel and Leveson Inquiry), the newly established College of Policing is looking to take action to raise standards of ethical behaviour across the police service. As part of a broad programme of activity, the College will take early steps to: ? review recent reports that have raised police integrity as an issue; ? explore the introduction of a new code of ethics for the police service; ? seek out opportunities to raise ethical standards through leadership and operational training; ? work with others to ensure the vetting process is more effective at identifying and screening out risks; and ? improve transparency and external oversight. 1.2 As one of the College’s objectives is to identify evidence of ‘what works’ in policing and share best practice, it would like to adopt an evidence based approach to the development of these early steps and the broader programme of work. 1.3 In support of College’s work programme on ethics and integrity, the College would like to commission work on the following research studies: ? A rapid evidence assessment to identify and review research literature on what interventions, processes and levers might be effective in preventing wrongdoing in organisations. ? Primary qualitative research to explore the role of leadership in promoting ethical police behaviour. ? Primary qualitative research to identify factors that may have contributed to acts of wrongdoing at senior levels within the police service. 1.4 Potential Providers may bid for one or more studies in the commission based on their capacity and areas of expertise. Tenderers based outside the UK are also encouraged to submit bids. Please see attached documents for full description.
Documents
Classification of the contract
79310000 Market research services
Additional information
Contract type: Services – Unspecified
Is it a framework agreement? No
Is this contract related to a programme of funding? No
Contract will be awarded based on: Most economically advantageous tender in terms of: The criteria stated in the contract documents
Estimated length of contract: 15/07/2013 – 16/07/2013
Who to contact
Contact name Daniel Thomas
Organisation name Government Procurement Service
Address Room 2Y92 Concept House, Cardiff Road, Newport, Gwent, NP10 8QQ
Telephone 01633 811600
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How to apply
To participate in any possible future procurement which results from this RFI, Potential Providers must first be registered on the Government Procurement Service e-Sourcing Suite. If you have not yet registered on the eSourcing Suite, this can be done online at https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk by following the link ‘Register for GPS eSourcing’. Please note that, to register, you must have a valid DUNS number (as provided by Dun and Bradstreet) for the organisation which you are registering, who will be entering into a contract if invited to do so at the Invitation to Tender stage. Full instructions for registration and use of the system can be found at http://gps.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/i-am-supplier/respond-tender Once you have registered on the eSourcing Suite, you will need to express and interest for the Research Studies on Police Ethics Contract please e-mail ExpressionOfInterest@gps.gsi.gov.uk. Your email must clearly state: ? the name of this procurement Research Studies on Police Ethics Contract and the RM reference number RM2213 SB213. ? the name of the registered supplier; and ? the name and contact details for the registered individual sending the email. Government Procurement Service will then process this email and assign your organisation to the opportunity. The registered user will receive a notification email to alert them once this has been done. The Invitation to Tender will be issued by close of play on Monday 10th June 2013 and therefore suppliers can register on the e-Sourcing Suite between the issue date of this Contracts Finder advert and the deadline date. The deadline date for submission of Requests For information will be 11am Friday 14th June 2013. It is advised however that Potential Providers register as soon as practically possible in order to receive the Invitation to Tender and have a sufficient amount of time to respond. For technical assistance on use of the eSourcing Suite please contact the Helpdesk: Freephone: 0345 010 3503 Email: supplier@gps.gsi.gov.uk