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DHSC - Essex Mental Health Independent Inquiry Communications Support

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (DHSC)

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25 Feb 2022 at 15:24

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "DHSC - Essex Mental Health Independent Inquiry Communications Support" was conducted by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC), centred around the provision of marketing management consultancy services. Situated in London (SW1H 0EU), this process is currently in the award stage, having been completed as of 8th February 2022. The tender period concluded on 9th November 2021, with the contract commencing on 15th December 2021 and set to expire on 15th April 2023. The contract is valued at £50,000, with an open procurement method being utilised, which is typical for processes below threshold limits.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), particularly those with expertise in marketing services. Businesses adept in communication strategy or with a background in supporting inquiries in the health sector would be well-positioned to participate in similar future tenders or to collaborate with awarded suppliers such as Crest Advisory (UK) Ltd, which has secured this contract. Engaging with stakeholders in this area could enhance capabilities and broaden market reach for relevant businesses.

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Notice Title

DHSC - Essex Mental Health Independent Inquiry Communications Support

Notice Description

The Essex Mental Health Independent Inquiry (EMHII) has been set-up to investigate the deaths of Mental Health inpatients. This award is for a supplier to support the Inquiry's communication strategy.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b9c1c76a-4048-4401-b383-ea07b5606107
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1b9d3e8c-7e2c-4caf-ac55-7f71f8e314ce
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79342000 - Marketing services

79413000 - Marketing management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£44,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Feb 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Nov 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Feb 20224 years ago
Contract Period
15 Dec 2021 - 15 Apr 2023 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (DHSC)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 0EU
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

CREST ADVISORY (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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