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Expert Report(s) - University of Edinburgh

CABINET OFFICE

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01 Apr 2025 at 14:05

Summary of the contracting process

The Cabinet Office has initiated and awarded a procurement contract for "Expert Report(s) - University of Edinburgh", under the industry category of expert witness services. The procurement process was conducted through a single tender action below the threshold limit, with a direct procurement method. The tender period concluded on 12 March 2025, and the contract period will span from 20 March 2025 to 31 July 2025. The project aims to provide independent and expert opinions on educational attainment during the Covid-19 pandemic. The contract value stands at £29,000 GBP, with the delivery occurring within the United Kingdom.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in expert witness services, particularly those offering high-level educational assessments. Large organisations like Edinburgh Innovations Limited, which has been awarded this contract, are well positioned for such projects due to their robust infrastructure and expertise. Companies within the consultancy, education, and research sectors could find similar opportunities conducive to their business growth, benefitting from direct involvement in impactful inquiries such as those related to Covid-19. The Cabinet Office’s procurement strategy highlights the benefit of providing specialised services promptly and efficiently, promising potential business expansion for similar high-calibre firms.

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Notice Title

Expert Report(s) - University of Edinburgh

Notice Description

The Chair to the UK Covid-19 Public Inquiry requires an independent and expert opinion on certain matters, including the educational attainment during the pandemic

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ac707db3-ec93-4082-b2ab-bafc8546f02f
Current Stage
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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
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
£29,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£29,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
20 Mar 2025 - 31 Jul 2025 1-6 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

EDINBURGH INNOVATIONS

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