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COVID 19 Horizon-Scanning, Market Insight & Analytics Reporting Service

SECRETARY OF STATE FOR HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE ACTING AS PART OF THE CROWN THROUGH UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement contracting process involves the UK Health Security Agency, acting under the authority of the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care. The contract, titled "COVID 19 Horizon-Scanning, Market Insight & Analytics Reporting Service," falls within the market research services industry category. It is located in the UK, specifically in the UKI region. The latest procurement stage for this tender is the award stage, with the contract signed on 24th July 2023. The service focuses on horizon-scanning, market insight, and analytics reporting related to vaccines and epidemiology. The procurement method used is a limited procedure without prior publication of a call for competition, indicating a focused and specialised selection process.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in market research services, particularly those with expertise in healthcare analytics and global trend analysis related to epidemiology. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) like AIRFINITY LIMITED, which was awarded the contract, can leverage this opportunity to expand their portfolio by delivering comprehensive analytics and insights. Companies possessing advanced analytical capabilities and those experienced in public sector collaborations would be well-suited to participate in similar competitive processes, thereby fostering business growth within the sector. This contract valued at £451,225, spans 360 days, allowing steady engagement over an extended period, enhancing business prospects for companies adept in market research and analytics services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

COVID 19 Horizon-Scanning, Market Insight & Analytics Reporting Service

Notice Description

The provision of horizon-scanning, market insight and analytics reporting covering global trends and developments relating to COVID-19 vaccines and epidemiology.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The provision of horizon-scanning, market insight and analytics reporting covering global trends and developments relating to vaccines and epidemiology.

Procurement Information

Purchased via DPS call off competition

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-040ccc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008725-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79310000 - Market research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£801,225 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Feb 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jul 20232 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SECRETARY OF STATE FOR HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE ACTING AS PART OF THE CROWN THROUGH UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY
Contact Name
Evie Bradbury
Contact Email
evie.bradbury@ukhsa.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E14 4PU
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Canary Wharf
Westminster Constituency
Poplar and Limehouse

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AIRFINITY

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