Tender

17/02/1100 Whistle Blowing Service Partner

THE PLANNING INSPECTORATE

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Tender

05 Aug 2022 at 09:01

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Planning Inspectorate, located in Bristol, is inviting tenders for the provision of a Whistle Blowing Service Partner. This procurement, classified under miscellaneous services, aims to foster a culture of openness and transparency within the organisation. The tender is currently in the planning stage, with the proposal submission deadline set for 12:00 noon on Thursday, 8 September 2022. The contract is valued at £5,000 and will commence on 1 November 2022, lasting until 31 October 2026.

This opportunity is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in service provision, particularly those with experience in establishing confidential reporting mechanisms. Companies that can demonstrate a strong background in HR services or employee support initiatives are encouraged to apply, as the role focuses on delivering an external whistle blowing service that guarantees staff can voice concerns safely and anonymously.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

17/02/1100 Whistle Blowing Service Partner

Notice Description

Requirement Background In line with The Planning Inspectorate's HR policy there is a requirement to provide a whistle blowing 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 the external service. We have operated an external service for 7 years and the current contract expires 31 October 2022. Please see REQUIREMENT AND DELIVERABLES IN ITT FOR SPECIFICATION. Your written proposal and pricing proposal must be submitted to linda.paul@planninginspectorate.gov.uk no later than 12:00 noon Thursday 08 September 2022. Written proposals and pricing received after this deadline will not be accepted.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/03bc9306-983b-41dd-a088-d06643117b4e
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

98300000 - Miscellaneous services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Aug 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Sep 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2022 - 31 Oct 2026 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE PLANNING INSPECTORATE
Contact Name
Linda Paul
Contact Email
linda.paul@planninginspectorate.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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
Not specified
Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Lawrence Hill
Westminster Constituency
Bristol East

Further Information

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