Tender

General Optical Council's qualitative research into the lived experience of patients and GOC registrant optometrists and dispensing opticians

GENERAL OPTICAL COUNCIL

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01 Oct 2024 at 10:07

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The General Optical Council (GOC) is seeking a market research agency to conduct qualitative research into the lived experiences of patients and GOC-registered optometrists and dispensing opticians. The procurement process falls under the "Research and development services and related consultancy services" industry category and is being managed under an open procedure. The project is based in London, with the postal code EC4M 7NG. Key dates include the tender deadline at 5pm on 29 October 2024, and the project's contract period from 4 November 2024 to 31 March 2025. The budget for this project is capped at £70,000 including VAT and related costs, and proposals exceeding this amount will not be considered.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for market research agencies, especially those with experience in healthcare or social research. The project could significantly align with businesses specialising in qualitative research, offering them a chance to delve into the diverse experiences of various patient groups and healthcare professionals. With an emphasis on understanding the challenges faced by disabled individuals, ethnic minorities, and those in difficult life circumstances, this tender is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) looking to expand their portfolios and establish themselves within the public sector space.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

General Optical Council's qualitative research into the lived experience of patients and GOC registrant optometrists and dispensing opticians

Notice Description

We are seeking a market research agency to conduct qualitative research into the lived experiences of particular patient and GOC registrant groups and the difficulties they face in accessing, using, or delivering eye care. Patients * GOC research suggests that some patient groups (such as those with a disability, ethnic minorities and those experiencing difficult life circumstances such as financial or personal difficulties) report greater difficulties in accessing and using eye care services. GOC registrants * GOC research suggests that particular groups of optometrists and dispensing opticians (such as those with a disability, females and ethnic minorities) are more likely to experience challenging working conditions which can impact on their ability to deliver safe patient care. We have an approved budget of up to PS70,000 including VAT and all other contractor costs. Proposals over PS70,000 will not be considered. The deadline for tenders is 5pm 29 October, with a view to delivering the final report by the end of March 2025.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6d9be61f-bcb7-41fa-b728-904332d082ad
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 Nov 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GENERAL OPTICAL COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC4M 7NG
Post Town
Central 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
City of London
Electoral Ward
Farringdon Within
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice URLs

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