Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13cc4-e45e-736e-884f-5cd5f82df920/hmcts-reform-evaluation-vulnerability-deep-dive [Skip to main content](#main-content) awardedGBrestricted procedureSuitable for SMEs # HMCTS Reform Evaluation Vulnerability Deep Dive [Ministry of Justice](https://tendernation.io/buyers/ministry-of-justice) Estimated value £149,151 Published 15 Mar 2023 Deadline Closed 5 Jan 2023 ## 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. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](/opportunities/for-small-businesses)## About this tender This study forms part of the HMCTS Reform Overarching Evaluation programme. This programme is assessing the implementation of reform and whether it has met its objectives, with a focus on Access to Justice related outcomes. The effect and experience of reform on vulnerable individuals is a particular area of interest among key stakeholders, including Parliamentary Select Committees and the judiciary. Other evaluation activity currently already undertaken/planned will include particularly vulnerable users, but these are likely to form only a small proportion of participants and will not include those with legal problems who don't access justice services. This study is a significant component of the overarching evaluation of HMCTS reform. It aims to understand the experience of the reform programme by the most vulnerable groups, including those who do not access the formal justice system. Information gathered will be used to identify where improvements can be made to reformed services. This study will further develop a robust evidence base to assess the implementation, delivery, and impact of the reform programme. There is significant interest in the evaluation from a wide range of groups and stakeholders which will be considered throughout. The NAO recommended that HMCTS should address how it will identify and evaluate the impact of changes on people's access to, and the fairness of, the justice system, particularly in relation to those who are vulnerable and digitally excluded members of the public. In response, the HMCTS Reform Evaluation Framework was published in May 2021. This framework includes the individual and cross-cutting research projects, including an in depth study on reform and vulnerability. We are expected to provide updates to the PAC on progress with the evaluation. Other interested parties include: the judiciary, the Justice Select Committee, the Constitution Committee, the academic community and third sector organisations. Additionally, HMT Spending Review conditions involve building an evidence base. This study will play an integral part in doing so as part of our overarching evaluation. Read full description ## CPV classification Research services Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice ](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/a6292545-cbb1-4dba-8bec-2d3a1f1b21be) 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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