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Domestic Homicide Review Readers

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Award

08 Oct 2019 at 10:47

Award Notice
Tender

28 Jun 2019 at 15:46

Tender Notice
Planning

22 Jul 2018 at 12:17

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Home Office is initiating a tender for the "Domestic Homicide Review Readers" service, which involves producing written reports assessing the quality of Domestic Homicide Reviews (DHRs). This procurement falls within the services category, specifically focusing on research and consultancy services. The tender period closed on 15th July 2019, and the awarded contract commenced on 1st October 2019, running until 30th September 2020. The procurement follows a selective method under a restricted procedure and has a total estimated value of £100,000. The evaluation of bids will be based on required expertise in domestic abuse and DHR processes.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the consultancy sector, particularly those specialising in domestic abuse, research services, and report writing. Companies that possess experience in managing complex materials and delivering concise assessments within set timeframes will be well-positioned to compete for this contract. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community sector enterprises (VCSEs) are especially encouraged to participate, offering an avenue for growth in these crucial public service areas.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Domestic Homicide Review Readers

Notice Description

The DHR Readers service will produce written reports assessing the quality of DHRs. These reports will be provided to the Home Office to support the work of the DHR Quality Assurance Panel. The DHR Readers service will be required to assess approximately 100 DHRs per year (dependent on the number of DHRs submitted to the Home Office). The DHR Readers service will receive usually 8 or 9 DHRs per month to assess and will be required to provide written assessment reports within 15-21 days of receipt of the DHRs. DHR reports consist of an overview report and an executive summary. Overview reports can be anything from 15 - 150 pages long and executive summaries are usually between 10 to 50 pages. The written assessment report should include: * a summary of the DHR; * comments on key aspects of the review including, for example: o timescales of the review; o scope of the review; o DHR panel membership; o involvement of family and friends in the review process; and o language and tone of the review. * a list of the findings of the review; * examples of good practice / areas for concern exemplified by the review (for example, if the review deals with a particular issue very well or, conversely, demonstrates concerning practice in how the review was conducted or drafted); and * any recommendations for the Quality Assurance panel and/or national lessons to be highlighted. Bidders will be required to demonstrate their knowledge, experience and expertise in domestic abuse, including DHRs. Bidders should also have experience of reviewing complex material to produce high quality, clear and concise assessments within a prescribed timeframe. Please email your expression of interest to: Collaborativeprocurement@homeoffice.gov.uk by 15th July and title your email DHR Readers. An e-sourcing tool will be used as part of the tender process. It is advisable to register your details in advance to gain access to tender documents https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/emptoris week commencing 27th July 19. Please note a DUNS number is required to register onto the portal, further details are within the link if needed.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f352c302-a9d0-42da-b8dc-f583f724d7eb
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

80000000 - Education and training 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
8 Oct 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jul 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
7 Aug 2018Expired
Award Date
19 Sep 20196 years ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2019 - 30 Sep 2020 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
HOME OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Post Town
South 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
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

QUALITY ETHICAL ASSESSMENTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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