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Health Research Authority (HRA) Interim Procurement Specialist

HEALTH RESEARCH AUTHORITY

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11 Feb 2022 at 10:49

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Summary of the contracting process

The Health Research Authority (HRA) has completed the procurement process for an Interim Procurement Specialist, critical to supporting its Digital Transformation Programme. This tender falls under the services category, specifically focusing on recruitment services. The contract, awarded to LAW MORGAN LIMITED, is valued at £47,500 and commenced on 6th December 2021, continuing until 5th May 2022. The procurement method used was selective, via a call-off from a framework agreement, with key dates including the end of the tender period on 24th November 2021.

This opportunity presents significant potential for growth for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) within the recruitment sector. Businesses that specialise in procurement consultancy and recruitment services would be particularly well-suited to compete for similar contracts, particularly those with experience in public sector projects and an understanding of the specific needs associated with digital transformation in healthcare.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Health Research Authority (HRA) Interim Procurement Specialist

Notice Description

Agency to provide candidate for role of Interim Procurement Specialist: Main Duties of the Role The postholder will sit within the newly established Procurement, Commercial and Contracts Team and is required at this time due to a high level of procurement activity required to support the HRA Digital Transformation Programme. The postholder will: * Advise stakeholders on supplier sourcing options and lead on a range of small to medium size procurement projects; from identification of need through to contract award * Identify and minimise risk in all procurement and contracting activity * Understand business need and renegotiate contracts where appropriate * Support the team in developing and establishing strong commercial governance

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1ff650b8-9a5e-4d9f-b075-b9955358cce2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/49b629d8-60c6-458b-ad03-f1a2809ef073
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

79600000 - Recruitment services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£47,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£47,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Feb 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Nov 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Nov 20214 years ago
Contract Period
6 Dec 2021 - 5 May 2022 1-6 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
HEALTH RESEARCH AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Health Research Authority
Contact Email
commercial@hra.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JQ
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LAW MORGAN

Further Information

Notice URLs

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