Independent evaluation of UK devolution and growth deals.
The Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government seeks an independent evaluator to assess the impact of City Deals, Growth Deals, and Devolution Deals across the UK. The evaluation will cover economic, social, and governance outcomes, requiring mixed-methods research including quantitative analysis and qualitative case studies. Bidders must demonstrate experience in evaluating complex public policy programs, with a team capable of handling large-scale data and stakeholder engagement. The contract is expected to run for multiple years, with a value likely exceeding £1 million.