Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c03-8554-723d-b62f-7ff9dec02a11/review-of-practice-innovation-and-new-approaches-in-uk-grant-making closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Review of practice, innovation and new approaches in UK grant-making [National Heritage Memorial Fund](https://tendernation.io/buyers/national-heritage-memorial-fund) Estimated value £20,000 to £25,000 Published 27 Jun 2016 Deadline Closed 18 Jul 2016 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Buyer says suitable for VCSEs The buyer ticked “suitable for voluntary, community and social enterprises” on the notice. - Small contract value Valued under £135,018 including VAT, the lowest Procurement Act threshold for goods and services. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender Research report into innovation and current approaches to UK grant making, comparisons across other funders processes, and gathering an evidence base showing where HLF fits into this picture. Additional information: 1.3 HLF is now in the early stages in developing its next strategic framework (SF5) which will set the overarching direction for the organisation from 2019 – 2024. As part of this process we would like to have a better understanding of how the HLF approach to grant making compares to other funders operating in the UK today. 1.4 HLF’s annual customer care surveys (carried out since 2009) have been consistently positive. In the 2015 survey, grantees rated the service provided by HLF at 8.96/10, and almost half of grantees that had received a grant from another organisation felt their experience with HLF was better. Whilst we are confident that our services and practices are already of a high standard, we are always open to understanding more about alternative approaches in other grant makers’ portfolios. 1.5 For this purpose, we want to commission a piece of comparative research, looking at the systems and practice of other grant makers, in receiving grant applications undertaking assessments, making decisions, project monitoring and evaluation. It will also be important for researchers to capture examples of innovation, fresh ideas and new approaches, exploring how and why funders are operating in different ways today. 1.6 This research will help HLF devise a new strategic framework that is modern, accessible and fit-for-purpose to meet the future needs of a diverse range of heritage applicants and beneficiaries Read full description ## CPV classification Research services Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/d2c27a71-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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