Tender: Evaluation and Capacity Building for Neighbourhood Heritage Grants – Historic England

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Historic England is seeking an independent learning and evaluation partner to deliver a programme-wide evaluation of the Neighbourhood Heritage Grants Programme and to co-produce and deliver a capacity-building programme for grant recipients. The evaluation will assess programme reach, delivery, participant experience and outcomes, including contributions to understanding neighbourhood heritage, strengthening connections to place, and increasing confidence to express views and take part in local heritage conversations and decisions. The commission will combine analysis of evidence from all funded projects with deeper qualitative research, case studies and ongoing learning to inform future grant programme development and investment decisions. Alongside the evaluation, the contractor will provide training, mentoring and peer learning focused on evaluation, evidence collection and advocacy, and create reusable resources, tools and guidance to support future grant programmes.