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UK Armed Forces Veterans Suicide Study

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, C&C, OTHER

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20 Feb 2020 at 14:01

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16 Feb 2020 at 08:50

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The UK Ministry of Defence, specifically Defence Statistics, is conducting a procurement process for the "UK Armed Forces Veterans Suicide Study", which falls under the research services category. This study aims to analyse suicide rates among service leavers from 1996 to 2017 and to factor in various vulnerabilities and exposures. The tender process has concluded, having ended on 12th February 2020, with the awarded contract value set at £245,565, and the contract period running from 24th February 2020 to 24th February 2023. The award notice was published on 16th February 2020.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in research services, particularly those specialising in mental health analysis, statistical data interpretation, and related fields. Companies that have robust experience in conducting academic research, especially with a focus on public health or veteran affairs, would be well-suited to compete for similar future tenders. The study's comprehensive research requirements highlight the demand for expertise in evaluating complex social issues, making it a relevant opportunity for organisations aiming to expand their operations within public sector contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UK Armed Forces Veterans Suicide Study

Notice Description

Text to be corrected in the original notice: Place of text to be modified: Short Description Instead of: Defence Statistics, part of the UK Ministry of Defence, intends to place a contract with The University of Manchester (the University) to update the research undertaken between MOD and Manchester University in 2009, to include a further 12 years of data on Service leavers. The study is to understand the rate, timing and risk factors for suicide for those who have left the UK Armed Forces between 1996-2017. The study will include analysis of data in the Confidential Inquiry into Suicides and Mental health as well as a review of coroner's records and inquest hearings for the veteran suicides identified to provide more detail of the antecedents of suicide (particularly early and recent vulnerabilities, in-service exposures, difficulties after discharge, living circumstances, and contact with a variety of health and third sector providers). Read: Defence Statistics, part of the UK Ministry of Defence, intends to place a contract with The University of Manchester (the University) to update the research undertaken between MOD and Manchester University in 2009, to include a further 12 years of data on Service leavers. The study is to understand the rate, timing and risk factors for suicide for those who have left the UK Armed Forces between 1996-2017. The study will include analysis of data in the Confidential Inquiry into Suicides and Mental health as well as a review of coroner's records and inquest hearings for the veteran suicides identified to provide more detail of the antecedents of suicide (particularly early and recent vulnerabilities, in-service exposures, difficulties after discharge, living circumstances, and contact with a variety of health and third sector providers). The Cyber Risk Profile for this requirement identified by the Cyber Risk Assessment is 'Very Low' (Reference - RAR-FTT88ND7). Other additional information: The Authority reserves the right to amend any condition related to security of information to reflect any changes in national law or government policy. If any contract documents are accompanied by instructions on safeguarding classified information (e.g. a Security Aspects Letter), the Authority reserves the right to amend the terms of these instructions to reflect any changes in national law or government policy, whether in respect of the applicable protective marking scheme, specific protective markings given, the aspects to which any protective marking applies, or otherwise. The link below to the Gov.uk website provides information on the Government Security Classification. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-security-classifications Advertising Regime OJEU:- This contract opportunity is published in the Official Journal of the European Union (OJEU),the MoD Defence Contracts Bulletin and www.contracts.mod.uk Defence Statistics, part of the UK Ministry of Defence, intends to place a c Additional information: To view this notice, register as a supplier here: http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier and search for the notice with reference 'UK-London: Research services.'.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3d1185b5-27ce-42b0-a8ec-cb544a443302
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b90dde21-6b86-475d-91e9-b3d7f461a1ff
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£245,565 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£245,565 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Feb 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Feb 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Feb 20206 years ago
Contract Period
24 Feb 2020 - 24 Feb 2023 3-4 years
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
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, C&C, OTHER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2HB
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

THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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