Occupied Palestinian Territories Independent Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (OPTIMEL)

This notice is for the Occupied Palestinian Territories Independent Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (OPTIMEL) procurement. OPTIMEL aims to provide a wide range of monitoring, research, and analysis services to support the delivery of the whole of FCDO's development and diplomatic portfolio in the Occupied Palestinian Territories. This will cover the humanitarian response to Gaza, our support to UNWRA, recovery and reconstruction, improved governance and reform and protection of rights. Independent Monitoring will verify results and projects delivered by FCDO's implementing partners, collect beneficiary feedback data and monitor compliance with FCDO's agreements and expectations. OPTIMEL will also provide ad hoc research and rapid assessments, assess whether FCDO is delivering impact, embed learning across the consulate and share with it with partners, and ensure our portfolio is coherent and optimised to deliver our country plan. The value of the contract is £5,000,000 for a period of up to 3 years (36 months). Subject to Supplier performance, budgets and the FCDO governance processes the contract can be extended for up to 18 months with an additional budget of up-to £2,000,000