Planning

Whistleblowing Service Partner

THE PLANNING INSPECTORATE

This public procurement record has 6 releases in its history.

Planning

13 Sep 2018 at 14:34

Planning

13 Sep 2018 at 14:18

Planning

13 Sep 2018 at 13:27

Planning

29 Aug 2018 at 14:33

Planning

22 Aug 2018 at 15:22

Planning

16 Aug 2018 at 15:57

Summary of the contracting process

The Planning Inspectorate is currently in the planning stage of a tender process for a "Whistleblowing Service Partner". This public procurement initiative aims to secure external services to support staff in reporting workplace issues confidentially, facilitating a culture of openness and transparency. The engagement period is set to conclude by 28th September 2018. Businesses interested in this contract will find it classified under "Helpdesk and support services" within the South West region of the United Kingdom. The service will be contracted for a duration of three years with the option to extend for up to two additional years.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialize in providing support services, particularly those focusing on counselling or hotline services. Companies equipped to foster a secure and confidential reporting environment will be well-positioned to compete. This contract not only aims to enhance workplace communication but also offers businesses the chance to contribute to the strengthening of internal cultures across organizations in the public sector.

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Notice Title

Whistleblowing Service Partner

Notice Description

Tender Pack is held in the attachments section. Whistleblowing Service Partner. A service is required in line with The Planning Inspectorate's HR policy there is a requirement to provide a whistleblowing service to all staff to encourage a culture of openness, transparency and enable all staff to report any perceived issues. There are some instances where staff may not feel comfortable with report issues via the line management chain, but would be comfortable reporting it through this external service. This service will be contracted for 3+1+1 years.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-802b657c-abd0-4b3a-b699-fd6a2e02305c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c1d97a7c-1715-4325-93f6-bce8605c1025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72253000 - Helpdesk and support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Sep 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
28 Sep 2018Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE PLANNING INSPECTORATE
Contact Name
Robert Cook
Contact Email
procurement@pins.gsi.gov.uk
Contact Phone
03034445278

Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 6PN
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Lawrence Hill
Westminster Constituency
Bristol East

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