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Support to Safer Workplaces Programme

HEALTH & SAFETY EXECUTIVE

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25 Jan 2021 at 17:22

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "Support to Safer Workplaces Programme" is being conducted by the Health & Safety Executive, based in Bootle, England. This programme, classified under call centre services (CPV code: 79512000), aims to assist businesses in ensuring safe operations amidst the ongoing COVID-19 situation. The tender was awarded on 6th May 2020, following a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period spans from 7th May 2020 to 31st July 2020, with a total value of £1,250,000. Milestones for service delivery include the establishment of an enquiry helpline and ongoing management activities, with specified operational hours.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses in the call centre and customer support sectors, particularly those with capabilities in handling inquiry services and developing training for call agents. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in these areas would be well-positioned to compete, as the procurement specifies suitability for SMEs. This initiative not only supports the Health & Safety Executive in fulfilling its mandate during the pandemic but also fosters industry growth and resilience in providing essential services to businesses across the UK.

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Notice Title

Support to Safer Workplaces Programme

Notice Description

The Safer Workplaces programme aims to support businesses to work as safely as possible both now for those that are open and in the future as the Government framework for COVID19 develops. The main priority is to deliver safer working guidance to provide the practical steps businesses can take to keep their employees safe. Support the HSE team to set up and operate an enquiry service in response to the Covid-19 outbreak. Please see deliverables sections for further detail on the outcomes to be achieved. Stage A: by Monday 18th May (8:30am - 10pm) * Support HSE to set up an enquiry helpline in response to Covid-19 pandemic * Develop Inbound call process and script * Develop Escalation process * Develop MI, reporting and governance process * Respond to changes in approach and government guidance * Mobilise Call Agents * Monitor volume and complexity of calls * Manage and monitor resource performance and adherence to SLAs * Provision of MI on performance, following agreed timetable * Operate inbound and outbound call handling services from 08:30 to 22:00 Monday to Friday, or as otherwise agreed Stage B: by Monday 8th June (8:30am - 8pm) * Develop outbound call proof of concept * Develop Outbound process (including call failure) and call script * Identify technology requirements * Finalise number of Pods * Plan, hire, onboard Call Agents * Support Outbound Call Agents through relevant checks (e.g. DBS) * Design and roll out outbound training * Agree appropriate mechanisms to enable the secure exchange of data and information * Develop Call Form to document outbound call findings * Consolidate outbound call findings * Agree a schedule of calls which will take into account various factors (Data quality, coverage of industries, coverage of geographical regions and HSE ability to manage resources and referrals) * Operate inbound and outbound call handling services from 08:30 to 20:00 Monday to Friday, or as otherwise agreed * Ongoing manage and monitoring of resource performance and adherence to SLAs * Ongoing provision of MI on performance, following agreed timetable * Refine processes and seek to improve quality and outcomes of call handling activities Stage C: by 31st July (8:30am - 5pm) * Ongoing service for inbound and outbound services * A revised POD size of 3 going down to 2 from the 22nd June * Hours reduced to 8 (5pm close)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c6a4cdc8-941e-4001-a6c6-23273cfcd873
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1f691122-632f-43f7-befc-eb5994c7f25b
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79512000 - Call centre

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,250,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,250,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Jan 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 May 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 May 20205 years ago
Contract Period
6 May 2020 - 31 Jul 2020 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
HEALTH & SAFETY EXECUTIVE
Contact Name
Colin Butler
Contact Email
tenders@hse.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BOOTLE
Postcode
L20 7HS
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD73 Sefton
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Sefton
Electoral Ward
Linacre
Westminster Constituency
Bootle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ERNST & YOUNG

Further Information

Notice Documents

Notice URLs

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