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Understanding the role of the Resident Medical Officers in the independent healthcare sector

GENERAL MEDICAL COUNCIL (GMC)

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24 Sep 2020 at 16:45

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Understanding the role of the Resident Medical Officers in the independent healthcare sector" was conducted by the General Medical Council (GMC). This research-focused tender falls under the category of Research Services and has been awarded with a contract value of £30,000. The procurement method employed was an open procedure, and although the tender period ended on 17 April 2020, the contract commenced on 12 May 2020 and will continue until 30 June 2021. The study targets two primary locations within the UK: the North West and London.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialising in research services, particularly those with experience in healthcare-related studies. It would be especially suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can demonstrate expertise in healthcare policy analysis or clinical care support. The findings from this research are likely to enhance the understanding and operational efficiency of Resident Medical Officers, thereby indirectly benefiting businesses that provide related services or consultancy in the healthcare sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Understanding the role of the Resident Medical Officers in the independent healthcare sector

Notice Description

The aim of this research is to help the GMC better understand the doctors who are working as Resident Medical Officers (RMOs) in the independent healthcare sector in the UK and the degree of support they are currently provided with to undertake their role. The research will ultimately help us to determine whether they require additional support and guidance from the GMC to provide good clinical care.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fbaa2485-87ca-4005-9c1e-f7254339fc68
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
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
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Sep 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Apr 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Apr 20205 years ago
Contract Period
11 May 2020 - 30 Jun 2021 1-2 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
GENERAL MEDICAL COUNCIL (GMC)
Contact Name
Gordon Duffus
Contact Email
gmctenders@gmc-uk.org
Contact Phone
+44 1619236340

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M3 3AW
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England), TLI London
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Deansgate
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

IFF RESEARCH

Further Information

Notice Documents

Notice URLs

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