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Procurement for social connectivity of lonely older people

HOME OFFICE : HOME OFFICE

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05 Apr 2019 at 14:33

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by the Home Office involves a contract titled "Procurement for social connectivity of lonely older people", classified under social research services. The procurement method used is selective, following a call-off from a framework agreement, with a total value of £26,700. The procurement stage has reached the award phase, with the contract period spanning from 22 February 2019 to 21 August 2019. The awarded supplier is Researchworks, and the tender period concluded on 31 January 2019, highlighting the importance of timely applications for prospective bidders.

This contract presents significant opportunities for growth, particularly suited to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) focused on social research and community engagement. Firms specialising in social connectivity, welfare programmes, and services for older populations will find this tender aligns well with their expertise, enabling them to leverage their skills while contributing positively to the community. Engaging in such contracts can help these businesses expand their portfolios and establish valuable relationships within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Procurement for social connectivity of lonely older people

Notice Description

Redacted Contract

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad15358e-129b-4ec9-9c5f-2539cdff1d4d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79315000 - Social research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£26,700 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£26,700 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Apr 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jan 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Dec 20187 years ago
Contract Period
22 Feb 2019 - 21 Aug 2019 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HOME OFFICE : HOME OFFICE
Contact Name
Crown Commercial Service on behalf of Home Office : Home Office
Contact Email
supplier@crowncommercial.gov.uk
Contact Phone
3450103503

Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 9PP
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
City Centre North
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RESEARCHWORKS

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