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GB-London: Social Research Study into Understanding and evaluating early careers dental professionals' experiences of the GDC

GENERAL DENTAL COUNCIL

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26 Sep 2022 at 15:40

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Summary of the contracting process

The General Dental Council based in London has initiated a tender process titled "Social Research Study into Understanding and evaluating early careers dental professionals' experiences of the GDC" in the services industry category. The procurement stage is currently active, with a tender period ending on 9th November 2022. The contract period is set to start on 9th January 2023, with a total contract value of £100,000. This open procedure tender is well-suited for small or medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations.

This tender by the General Dental Council offers a lucrative opportunity for businesses in the social research services sector. Companies specialising in conducting research studies, particularly related to professional experience evaluation and regulatory compliance, are encouraged to participate. The contract value of £100,000 and the focus on early career dental professionals' experiences present a prime opportunity for SMEs looking to expand their portfolio and collaborate with a reputable regulatory body in the dental industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-London: Social Research Study into Understanding and evaluating early careers dental professionals' experiences of the GDC

Notice Description

Invitation to Tender for a Social Research Study into Understanding and evaluating early career dental professionals' experiences of the GDC. The aim of the research is to understand and evaluate the experiences and perceptions of and attitudes towards the GDC among early career professionals, and to understand how the GDC can better work with them to meet our regulatory objectives. The objectives for the study are: -Understanding knowledge about and awareness of GDC among early career professionals, where and how these are formed (including during training) and the impact on perceptions of and attitudes towards the GDC. -Understanding how professional identity is formed on the journey from training through to the first 5 years on the register, including a dental professional's identity as a member of a regulated profession and how this impacts their practice. -Understanding the impact of COVID 19 on the experiences of those who were in education and/or training during 2020 and 2021, and any implications for education, training and the transition to practice. -Evaluating and informing GDC activity to build positive, trusting relationships with early career professionals to meet the GDC's statutory objectives. -Informing ongoing and future work of the GDC with students and early career professionals, including implementing the GDC ED&I strategy and approaches to evaluation The Access Code : NBC9J67ERN Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. Tenders must be submitted in the Delta E-Tendering portal by the tender submission date as set out in the procurement timetable as detailed in the ITT documents. Late submissions will not be considered.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5b5de8b7-11a8-437a-acc4-056c89086a04
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
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79315000 - Social research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Sep 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Nov 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Jan 2023 - 9 Oct 2023 6-12 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 DENTAL COUNCIL
Contact Name
Procurement Team
Contact Email
procurement@gdc-uk.org
Contact Phone
02071676000

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
W1G 8DQ
Post Town
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
Marylebone
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

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