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The Provision of an Expert Witness Report to the UK COVID-19 Inquiry

CABINET OFFICE

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22 Aug 2024 at 09:25

Summary of the contracting process

The Cabinet Office, based in London, has successfully completed the procurement process titled "The Provision of an Expert Witness Report to the UK COVID-19 Inquiry," under the industry category of expert witness services. The procurement was conducted using a direct single tender action method, highlighting its below-threshold nature. The procurement phase has reached the Award stage, with Swansea University being the selected supplier. The contract period runs from 17 July 2024 to 28 March 2025, with a total contract value of £50,000. This endeavour is focused on providing an independent expert opinion on prehospital care as part of the UK Covid-19 Public Inquiry.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specializing in expert witness services, particularly those with a capacity for providing health-related independent opinions. Larger organizations, especially those within the academic or specialised consultancy sectors, are poised to benefit greatly due to their robust research and expertise capabilities. Engaging in such a high-profile public inquiry can enhance a company's reputation and open doors for future public sector contracts, thereby supporting sustained business growth.

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Notice Title

The Provision of an Expert Witness Report to the UK COVID-19 Inquiry

Notice Description

The Chair to the UK Covid-19 Public Inquiry requires an independent and expert opinion on certain matters, including prehospital care.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9e17865f-5658-4aaa-946b-7f166535ad06
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ffb6f12b-66e1-4ff9-a6d1-948a5eea8e73
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71319000 - Expert witness services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Aug 20241 years ago
Contract Period
16 Jul 2024 - 28 Mar 2025 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CABINET OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AS
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

SWANSEA UNIVERSITY

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