Tender

GB-London: Accessibility Services Consultancy

FINANCIAL CONDUCT AUTHORITY

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Tender

18 Dec 2020 at 13:51

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has initiated a tender for "Accessibility Services Consultancy" aimed at supporting their internal and external diversity and inclusion agenda. This procurement falls within the industry category of business and management consultancy, specifically focusing on IT-related assistive services. The tender is currently in the Open procurement stage, with a deadline for bid submissions set for 22 January 2021. The work will take place in London, where the contract is expected to commence on 1 April 2021 and end on 28 May 2021. The total value of the contract is estimated to be £50,000, with a minimum threshold of £25,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in accessibility and IT consultancy services. Businesses with expertise in developing and implementing innovative technological solutions for accessibility needs will be well-positioned to compete. The FCA's commitment to inclusivity and accessible technology in response to recent challenges underscores the importance of this consultancy, making it an attractive opportunity for those looking to expand their presence in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-London: Accessibility Services Consultancy

Notice Description

In support of making the FCA an employer of choice and a more effective regulator, a key strategic aim of the FCA is our internal and external diversity and inclusion agenda. The FCA is building an inclusive environment; and accessibility is key to enabling this. The FCA also has Public Sector Equality Duty obligations (under the Equality Act 2010) that impacts both our internal and external activities and these include accessibility, in addition to being a Disability Confident Employer. The FCA wants to develop its systems and processes for the efficient delivery and management of accessible technology. This is also driven by the recent challenges associated with COVID-19 which have further highlighted a need to improve processes. To this end the FCA would like to utilise the services of a consultant to assist in the development of an internal department that will advise on and implement technological solutions to meet the needs of staff requiring accessibility services. It should be noted that this is for IT related assistive services only. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. Please note the deadline for completion of bids is 22/01/2021

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c9acd9d8-0552-4008-8290-80ec7090a66e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c514184-c4d4-43eb-bdcf-37cc9a58e015
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
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Dec 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jan 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2021 - 28 May 2021 1-6 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
FINANCIAL CONDUCT AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JN
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Further Information

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