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MHCLG - Fire Safety Research; Means of Escape for Disabled People - Contract

MINISTRY OF HOUSING, COMMUNITIES & LOCAL GOVERNMENT

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17 Jul 2020 at 17:18

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process pertains to a contract titled "MHCLG - Fire Safety Research; Means of Escape for Disabled People," awarded by the Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government (MHCLG) based in London, England. This research contract, classified under CPV code 73000000 (Research and development services and related consultancy services), aims to assess provisions in Approved Document B and enhance guidance for means of escape for disabled individuals. The contract, amounting to £129,951, was awarded following a selective procurement method via a mini competition under the CCS - Research Marketplace Dynamic Purchasing System. It commenced on 22nd June 2020 and is expected to conclude on 21st August 2021. While the tender period ended on 27th May 2020, the contract has been published for transparency purposes after its award on 13th June 2020.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in research, safety consultancy, and policy analysis, particularly those specialising in fire safety regulations and accessibility for disabled individuals. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, or social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to compete for similar contracts, as they can provide innovative solutions and tailored services. As the project aims to develop robust data to inform future policy changes, companies with a strong background in regulatory compliance and practical experience in safety solutions for disabled people may find attractive avenues for collaboration or future projects arising from this research initiative.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

MHCLG - Fire Safety Research; Means of Escape for Disabled People - Contract

Notice Description

This contract has already been awarded and is published for transparency purposes. MHCLG is responsible for Government policy relating to housing, planning and building, local growth, local government, integration and community cohesion. Its job is to create great places to live and work right across the country. It is a ministerial department, supported by 13 agencies and public bodies. Research contract to assess the current provisions in Approved Document B (ADB) and review alternative approaches in providing means of escape for disabled people. This aim of the project is to ensure ADB provides adequate guidance to meet the minimum requirements under Schedule 1 of Part B1 of the Building Regulations 2010. The project will develop robust data and evidence that will enable MHCLG to support future policy decisions for possible improvements, simplification, and changes of guidance so that people can have confidence in the regulatory standards. This contract has been awarded following a mini competition under the CCS - Research Marketplace Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) ref RM6018.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ed20036e-cd83-4c16-8f23-6960749918d2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b65e9c5-7a9e-45a8-b2f0-62e47d3c7df3
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£129,951 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£129,951 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jul 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 May 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Jun 20205 years ago
Contract Period
21 Jun 2020 - 21 Aug 2021 1-2 years
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
MINISTRY OF HOUSING, COMMUNITIES & LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BRE GLOBAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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