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DHSC:SCI: Med Tech Community Services

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE

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28 Jan 2025 at 10:16

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Award

30 Sep 2024 at 13:53

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has awarded a contract titled "DHSC:SCI: Med Tech Community Services" to PA Consulting Services Limited. This procurement falls under the industry category of Research and development consultancy services (CPV code 73200000) and is located in the United Kingdom with postal code SW1H 0EU. The procurement stage is the Award stage, with key dates including the tender period end date of 18 August 2024, the contract start date of 19 August 2024, and the extended contract end date of 14 February 2025. The procurement method used is selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract value was increased by £50,000, bringing the total value to £549,000.

This tender represents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in research and development consultancy services. With an extended contract period and inclusion of industry feedback, businesses can build a strong portfolio by contributing to critical updates in the MedTech and Innovation sector. Large consultancy firms with a robust background in health and social care policies will be well-suited to compete, providing essential services that will aid in the development and implementation of complex medical technology advancements. PA Consulting Services Limited, as the awarded supplier, showcases the potential for large-scale integration and performance in this sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DHSC:SCI: Med Tech Community Services

Notice Description

Provision of services for the different components of the MedTech in the Community work being tendered for. The Medtech and Innovation Directorate in the Department of Health and Social Care have recently consulted on updates to Part IX of the Drug Tariff. This work specification will not currently be implemented but is to inform policy decisions, along with consultation feedback, on whether this is implemented and in what form. The Contract is due to expire on 31/01/2025. This variation is requested by the Authority in order to complete the original work set out in the contract, building in industry feedback and delivering the patient information leaflets. The contract end date is being extended until 14/02/2025 with an added value of PS50,000.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1ae4e846-bb7c-4e53-90fe-20d0a3fa57a4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/424d8b79-c7f2-4a17-aca7-b4b66d0f64c1
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£549,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£499,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Aug 20241 years ago
Contract Period
18 Aug 2024 - 14 Feb 2025 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE
Contact Name
Molly Bruce
Contact Email
molly.bruce@dhsc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 0EU
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PA CONSULTING SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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