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The Provision of an Expert Witness Report to the UK COVID-19 Inquiry

CABINET OFFICE

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21 Aug 2024 at 10:51

Summary of the contracting process

The Cabinet Office has awarded a contract titled "The Provision of an Expert Witness Report to the UK COVID-19 Inquiry" in the expert witness services industry category, primarily focused on the production of an expert report on Dementia. The procurement method utilised was a single tender action (below threshold), and the contract was awarded to the University of Nottingham. The contract commenced on 17th July 2024 and is scheduled to conclude on 20th December 2025, with a total value of £50,000. The procurement process was in the Award stage, indicating that the contract has been fully executed and formalised.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in expert witness services, particularly those with capabilities in the healthcare and academic sectors. While the contract is suited to larger organisations given the specific requirements and the value involved, businesses with a strong track record in providing expert reports and consultancy in the public inquiry context could utilise this type of engagement to strengthen their portfolio and increase their visibility in the public sector. The procurement by the Cabinet Office also underscores the importance of expertise in critical public health matters, providing a platform for specialists to make impactful contributions.

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Notice Title

The Provision of an Expert Witness Report to the UK COVID-19 Inquiry

Notice Description

The Chair to the UK Covid-19 Public Inquiry requires an independent and expert opinion on certain matters, including the production of an expert report on Dementia.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3e71dcaf-ea60-4be4-875f-e8fed5d9401c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f3992134-67ac-41b6-beb2-4d7b7f2fe143
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71319000 - Expert witness services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Jul 20241 years ago
Contract Period
16 Jul 2024 - 20 Dec 2025 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CABINET OFFICE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercial@cabinetoffice.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AS
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

UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM

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