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Provision of Confidential Psychological Support for the Infected Blood Inquiry

CABINET OFFICE

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Summary of the contracting process

The Cabinet Office in London has awarded a contract for "Provision of Confidential Psychological Support for the Infected Blood Inquiry." This project falls under the category of services, specifically community, social, and personal services. The procurement process was conducted through a direct method, described as single tender action below threshold, with the contract awarded to British Red Cross Community Services Ltd. The tender phase concluded on 1 July 2024 and the contract commenced on 2 July 2024, with operations covering the United Kingdom until 31 March 2026. Notable updates were published in December 2025 detailing extensions and value modifications.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) to offer specialised psychological support services. Companies with expertise in the healthcare, mental health support, and community care sectors may find this contract to be well-aligned with their capabilities, providing a platform for business growth through collaboration with a major public sector organisation. The partnership with the Cabinet Office also enhances a company’s credibility and visibility in delivering essential public services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Confidential Psychological Support for the Infected Blood Inquiry

Notice Description

This contract is for the provision of Confidential Psychological Support for people affected by treatment with infected blood.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e1462bc-4aff-47f2-b695-607d5eab748e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£126,150 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£24,181 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Jul 20241 years ago
Contract Period
1 Jul 2024 - 31 Mar 2026 1-2 years
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
CABINET OFFICE
Contact Name
Selina Eaton
Contact Email
commercial@cabinetoffice.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

BRITISH RED CROSS COMMUNITY SERVICES

Further Information

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