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Provision of Communications support for the COVID-19 Test, Track & Trace Program

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE : DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE

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13 Jul 2020 at 09:58

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by the Department of Health and Social Care, pertains to the contract titled "Provision of Communications support for the COVID-19 Test, Track & Trace Program." This contract falls within the general management consultancy services sector and was located in the United Kingdom. The procurement method used was a selective process, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period closed on 18th May 2020, and the contract was awarded on 19th May 2020, with a total value of £400,000, running until 18th August 2020.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in communications and consultancy services, particularly those with experience in public health campaigns. Companies that could effectively contribute their expertise in strategic communication and public engagement would be well-suited to compete in similar future tenders. This type of contract can catalyse business growth by enabling firms to establish or strengthen relationships with government bodies while gaining vital experience in handling large-scale public health projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Communications support for the COVID-19 Test, Track & Trace Program

Notice Description

Provision of Communications support for the COVID-19 Test, Track & Trace Programme

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e035478e-98e5-4656-8606-62d8343c4f60
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79411000 - General management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jul 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 May 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 May 20205 years ago
Contract Period
18 May 2020 - 18 Aug 2020 1-6 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
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE : DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 9PP
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
City Centre North
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ERNST & YOUNG

Further Information

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