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1. Baseline Evaluation
Aims
-Set out current data, indicators and contextual evidence.
-Identify what would likely happen without STEP to support later assessment of additionality.
-Test the validity of STEP’s theory of change, assumptions and risks.
-Assess data availability, quality, and feasibility for longterm evaluation.
Scope
-Codevelop the theory of change and logic model.
-Expand the benefits library with metrics, data sources and recommendations for future monetisation.
-Specify data sources, quality plans, counterfactual logic, and longterm lag assumptions.
-Highlight evidence gaps and uncertainties.
2. Impact Evaluation
Aims
-Assess progress towards STEP’s Tranche 1 and T2a objectives.
-Examine early technical advances and initial economic/social effects.
-Forecast potential longerterm impacts where possible.
-Identify what data and systems must be established now to enable robust T2a and future evaluations.
Scope
-Mixedmethods approach including early monetisation and nonmonetised impact assessment.
-Develop methodologies to value fusionspecific benefits (jobs, skills, supply chain, innovation, infrastructure).
-Use baseline counterfactuals to determine additionality.
-Include placebased, distributional analysis and uncertainty testing.
-Produce a set of highimpact case studies.
3. Process Evaluation
Aims
-Assess whether delivery aligns with STEP’s mission, plans and intent.
-Review progress against milestones, delivery structures, partnerships, resources and governance.
-Understand stakeholder engagement, risk management, dependencies and overall programme maturity.
-Identify lessons learned and readiness for transition to future tranches.
Scope
-Review programme documentation and structures.
-Conduct stakeholder interviews across UKIFS, partners and external organisations.
-Use the theory of change to analyse delivery barriers and enablers.
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This procurement was divided into 1 lots, each awarded separately.
| Lot | Value | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Lot 1 Jun 2026 – Jun 2027 | - | planning |