This tender invites applications for establishing a panel of researchers to support economic development planning over a three-year period. Bidders must demonstrate expertise in various economic research fields and comply with SCM requirements.
The Department of Economic Development and Tourism is seeking to establish a panel of researchers to provide scientific evidence, analysis, and recommendations on economic growth and job creation challenges. This panel will be engaged when internal capacity is insufficient, requiring independent insights from specialists in financial, spatial, statistical, and econometric analyses, among other fields. Researchers will contribute through reports, models, and presentations to support data-led decision-making aligned with the Growth For Jobs Strategy.
The successful bidders will be expected to deliver a range of services including access to relevant data subscriptions, conducting surveys, and performing economic impact assessments. The panel will play a crucial role in enhancing the Department's capabilities in addressing complex economic issues, such as township development, green economy initiatives, and entrepreneurship strategies. This tender represents an opportunity for businesses with proven expertise in economic research to contribute to the province's economic resilience and growth objectives.
This tender is suitable for consulting firms, research institutions, and independent researchers with expertise in economic analysis, data management, and related fields. Businesses should have a proven track record in delivering research services and be capable of providing specialized insights into economic development challenges.