Tender

Understanding the experience of focusing on wellbeing in appraisals

GENERAL MEDICAL COUNCIL (GMC)

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Tender

15 Oct 2020 at 16:45

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The General Medical Council (GMC) is currently conducting an open tender for a research project titled "Understanding the experience of focusing on wellbeing in appraisals," aimed at gaining insights into the appraisal process for doctors amidst recent changes. The procurement process is classified under research consultancy services, with additional categories including market and social research services. The tender period is set to close on 13 November 2020, with the project scheduled to begin on 18 December 2020 and continue until 1 September 2021. The research will take place across North West England and London.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in research consultancy and social research services, particularly those with experience in healthcare-related projects. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the GMC is actively seeking bids that can provide valuable insights into the appraisal process while ensuring a focus on doctors' wellbeing. Companies well-versed in navigating the complexities of public health policies and assessments would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Understanding the experience of focusing on wellbeing in appraisals

Notice Description

This research aims to help us understand how a recent change in emphasis regarding doctors' appraisals has been experienced by key parties involved in the appraisal process, including by doctors themselves. As a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, medical appraisals were paused by the majority of designated bodies in the UK on the advice of the relevant departments of health. The General Medical Council put back the dates for revalidation for over 50,000 doctors by 12 months. As appraisals restart, guidance has been given by Appraisal Leads in the 4 Countries and the Academy of Medical Royal Colleges to encourage an increased emphasis on doctors' wellbeing in these. We are considering whether we should endorse this approach on a permanent basis through an update to our guidance on appraisals. This research will be designed to provide an evidence base to support this decision.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-bffe3a0f-9ff2-4531-918b-2d74b670e74e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7684d30d-0b1d-42c2-b24e-e6495cc1e055
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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

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

CPV Codes

73210000 - Research consultancy services

79310000 - Market research services

79315000 - Social research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Oct 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Nov 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
18 Dec 2020 - 1 Sep 2021 6-12 months
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
GENERAL MEDICAL COUNCIL (GMC)
Contact Name
Lawrence Paddon
Contact Email
gmctenders@gmc-uk.org
Contact Phone
+44 1619236340

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M3 3AW
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England), TLI London
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Deansgate
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

Notice URLs

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