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Health Research Authority (HRA) Interim Communications Manager

HEALTH RESEARCH AUTHORITY

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Summary of the contracting process

The Health Research Authority (HRA) has successfully completed the procurement process for the role of Interim Communications Manager, classified under recruitment services in the communications industry. The tender, initiated through a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement, had a contract value of £31,500 and was awarded to EVISA SOLUTIONS LIMITED on 12th December 2021. The contract period commenced on 13th December 2021 and will conclude on 31st March 2022. The operational location for this role is based in London, E20 1JQ.

This procurement presents numerous opportunities for businesses specialising in communications and recruitment services. Companies with expertise in strategic communications management, media relations, and brand reputation could significantly benefit from this contract model. Additionally, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to compete in this tender, given the HRA's encouragement of diverse suppliers in their procurement approach.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Health Research Authority (HRA) Interim Communications Manager

Notice Description

Agency to provide candidate for role of the Temporary Communications Manager. JOB SUMMARY: The Communications Manager works as part of the Communications team to implement the HRA's Communications Strategy and make sure standards are met for customer service, quality of information, brand management and reputation. They will lead on proactive and reactive strategic comms and media work across all levels of the HRA to influence and persuade on appropriate approaches using a spectrum of techniques. They will create, manage and evaluate media and integrated communications plans, delivering accurate and timely information within the organisation and to stakeholders and partners. The post holder will provide strategic advice and support on internal and external communications. They will be responsible for managing effective systems and processes. Having strong writing and editorial skills, they will play a key role in overseeing the production of internal and external communications material. The role also involves responding to and reporting on enquiries from the public and professional stakeholders and matrix managing the work of at least one Communications Officer to provide consistent and reliable communications cover for the HRA.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7327e813-d931-4392-8684-95c8a13424f8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/813787d1-a64b-4389-8043-5d5b661f26d6
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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
£31,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£31,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Feb 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Nov 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Dec 20214 years ago
Contract Period
13 Dec 2021 - 31 Mar 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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
Not specified
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EVISA SOLUTIONS

Further Information

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