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Research to understand contribution of leadership and management to NHS outcomes

NHS ENGLAND

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Summary of the contracting process

NHS England has awarded a contract titled "Research to understand the contribution of leadership and management to NHS outcomes" under the industry category of Research Consultancy Services (CPV code: 73210000). This contract, valued at GBP 47,775, is aimed at conducting primary research to analyse changes in NHS performance attributable to leadership and management. The procurement followed a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, and the tender process concluded on 18 December 2024. The contract commenced on 4 March 2025 and will end on 31 March 2025. Key locations associated with the delivery include SE1 8UG, the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research consultancy, particularly SMEs, as they were considered suitable for this contract. It is an excellent chance for such businesses to contribute to a high-impact research study which could drive future improvements in NHS performance. Companies with a strong background in leadership and management research within healthcare would be well-suited to compete, as they could leverage this contract to strengthen their portfolio and reputation in the public sector. The winning supplier for this contract is RSM UK Consulting LLP, an SME.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Research to understand contribution of leadership and management to NHS outcomes

Notice Description

Primary research study to understand changes in NHS performance and the contribution of leadership and management

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9a02ea22-9cd0-4dc5-b5b8-536a6707740b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c8c3eec-c844-4f09-b4dc-747505b9e7a6
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73210000 - Research consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£47,775 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£547,015 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
4 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2025 30 days
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
NHS ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 8UG
Post Town
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI45 Lambeth
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RSM UK CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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