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Commission for research into public perceptions and experiences in raising fitness to practise concerns

SOCIAL WORK ENGLAND

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03 Nov 2021 at 14:35

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Summary of the contracting process

Social Work England is conducting a procurement process titled "Commission for research into public perceptions and experiences in raising fitness to practise concerns," situated in Sheffield, UK. This direct tender, classified under research services, was awarded on 26th August 2021, with a contract period extending from 7th September 2021 to 7th January 2022. The procurement method utilized was a single tender action due to it falling below the financial threshold, and the project aims to enhance understanding of public concerns regarding social work practices.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses that focus on social research, particularly those with expertise in community engagement and analysis of public perceptions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) would be well-suited to participate, as the contracting authority emphasises collaboration and aims to foster innovative approaches to research. Engaging in such projects can enhance a business's portfolio while contributing to impactful regulatory improvements in the social work sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Commission for research into public perceptions and experiences in raising fitness to practise concerns

Notice Description

Every day, social workers support millions of people to improve their chances in life. Social Work England is a specialist body taking a new approach to regulating social workers in their vital roles. We believe in the power of collaboration and share a common goal with those we regulate - to protect the public, enable positive change and ultimately improve people's lives. Social Work England was established under The Children and Social Work Act 2017 to be a new single-profession regulator for social workers in England. We are a Non-Departmental Public Body (NDPB), operating at arm's length from Government. We became the regulator on 2nd December 2019. Our purpose is to regulate social workers in England so that people receive the best possible support whenever they might need it in life. We are committed to raising standards through collaboration with everyone involved in social work. We are committed to learning about social work and to gathering data and intelligence about the profession and people's experiences. We want to make a unique contribution to the evolution of regulation, inform our work as the new specialist regulator and provide a detailed picture of social work in England. Research forms a key aspect of this goal. This research in particular will help us to make informed decisions about how we support people through our concerns process and manage our concerns effectively. The objective of this research is to undertake a study into the perceptions and experiences of members of the public in raising a fitness to practise concern, and to study any themes within the existing data relating to concerns raised by this group. A specific objective is to explore issues relating to equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) within people's perceptions and experiences.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c1a77487-fe15-4944-a854-379be22c23a3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ed70416d-9ae4-4b7e-ab53-8f6cb4a37109
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
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£55,800 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Nov 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Jul 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Aug 20214 years ago
Contract Period
6 Sep 2021 - 7 Jan 2022 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
SOCIAL WORK ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S3 8JY
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WOODNEWTON ASSOCIATES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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