UK SBS PS17202 UKRI Public Affairs and Political Monitoring

The final date and time for the submission of bids is 16th April 2018 at 11:00 DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. Please 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 UK SBS is procuring a Public Affairs and Political Monitoring Contract. UKRI will have a broad footprint, with interest in policy areas where UKRI sponsored research or innovation might contribute as well as science policy and industrial policy. It is important that suppliers can provide a wide span of coverage 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.