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How do we effectively look at workforce inequalities in our regulation

CARE QUALITY COMMISSION

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20 Mar 2024 at 13:03

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has awarded a contract for a research project titled "How do we effectively look at workforce inequalities in our regulation." The procurement process involved a selective method of Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The contract, with a total value of £146,846, was awarded to the INSTITUTE FOR EMPLOYMENT STUDIES. The contract period runs from 19th February 2024 to 18th May 2025, allowing for an extension of up to 3 months. The tender period ended on 14th December 2023, and the project will be carried out in England.

This opportunity could be suitable for businesses offering research and development consultancy services, particularly those specialising in workforce inequalities. SMEs are encouraged to participate, given the project's focus and the contract's nature. The Care Quality Commission is the contracting authority based in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. Businesses with expertise in services related to law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, and security may find this tender appealing. The project aims to address critical issues in regulation, offering a chance for collaboration and growth within the specified industry category.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

How do we effectively look at workforce inequalities in our regulation

Notice Description

This is a Contract Award Notice. The Care Quality Commission (CQC) require the services of a contractor to undertake a research project focused on "How do we effectively look at workforce inequalities in our regulation". This procurement was undertaken through the CCS Research and Insights Dynamic Marketplace DPS (RM6126) following the Further Competition process. The contract is awarded for total period of 12 months with an option to extend for up to 3 months. Total Awarded Value is maximum of all charges including all optional contract extensions. Contract Reference: CQC EP&S 045

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/89d19f87-5b0e-40d8-a163-ee2c84695762
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£146,846 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£146,846 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Dec 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Feb 20241 years ago
Contract Period
19 Feb 2024 - 18 May 2025 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
CARE QUALITY COMMISSION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE1 4PA
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
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)
Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INSTITUTE FOR EMPLOYMENT STUDIES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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