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A Feasibility Study of Enabling Dental Professionals to pay their Annual Retention Fees (ARF) by Instalments

GENERAL DENTAL COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by the General Dental Council, focuses on a feasibility study to facilitate dental professionals in paying their annual retention fees by instalments. This tender, titled "A Feasibility Study of Enabling Dental Professionals to pay their Annual Retention Fees (ARF) by Instalments," falls under the Business and management consultancy sector, classified under CPV code 79400000. The procurement method employed is selective, specifically a restricted procedure above the threshold. The tender period concluded on 5th October 2020, while the contract period spans from 9th November 2020 to 30th July 2021. The total contract value is £103,772, awarded to PricewaterHouseCooper LLP.

This opportunity paves the way for consultancy firms, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), to tap into a significant project aimed at enhancing financial flexibility for dental professionals. Companies with expertise in management consultancy and a history of reliable project delivery are well-positioned to engage with the General Dental Council's initiatives. Those specialising in financial advisory services tailored to the healthcare sector may find this contract particularly beneficial for growth and visibility in this niche market.

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Notice Title

A Feasibility Study of Enabling Dental Professionals to pay their Annual Retention Fees (ARF) by Instalments

Notice Description

The decision was made to invite proposals from suitably qualified framework suppliers to support the General Dental Council in conducting a feasibility study which would present an number of options and advice for enabling dental professionals to pay their annual retention fees (ARF) by instalments. The chosen route was CCS framework was 'RM6008 Management Consultancy Framework Two (MCF2)'. For more information on how to apply to be a supplier on this framework please email: info@crowncommercial.gov.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aea9bdd6-64a9-4879-9f17-a6cd0f04e4ba
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£103,772 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Nov 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Oct 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Oct 20205 years ago
Contract Period
9 Nov 2020 - 30 Jul 2021 6-12 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
GENERAL DENTAL COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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