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Award

11 Oct 2024 at 09:50

Tender

26 Jun 2024 at 14:43

Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Health NI has awarded a contract for the independent evaluation of the Integrated Care System NI (ICS NI) to ERNST YOUNG LLP. This contract falls under the category of Business and Management Consultancy Services and has a total estimated value of £300,000. The procurement was carried out using the open procedure in compliance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The contract, which commenced on 9th October 2024, will last for 24 months with an optional extension of up to 12 months. The contract focuses on providing ongoing independent assessment of the ICS NI from its launch through its formative years to ensure effective operations and prompt issue resolution.

This tender presents considerable opportunities for consulting firms, especially those specialising in business management, financial management, human resources management, and research consultancy services. The contract requires a methodical, experienced, and socially conscious approach, favouring firms capable of providing thorough evaluations and constructive feedback. With an allocated budget of up to £300,000 and the potential for additional optional services, smaller businesses and large consultancies alike can find viable prospects for growth and engagement, enhancing their portfolio in the realm of health and public sector consultancy.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

ID 5047662 - DoH - Integrated Care System NI Evaluation

Notice Description

The Department of Health (DoH) wishes to appoint a Supplier to provide independent evaluation in respect of the Integrated Care System NI (ICS NI) currently under development by the ICS NI Programme Team. The Supplier will be required to provide ongoing assessment of the ICS from initial launch through its formative years to provide an independent and professional assessment that will be used by the Department to monitor ICS operations and address any issues arising promptly and effectively as well as learning to inform regulations and contribute to ICS benefits management. This will facilitate the use of an 'action learning approach' and ultimately contribute to the positive maturity of the ICS model. There is no guarantee of the volume of work that will be commissioned during the contract duration. The estimated budget for the contract is included in the Contract Notice. Full details of requirements are set out in the Specification document (ID 5047662 - Specification).

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Department of Health (DoH) wishes to appoint a Supplier to provide independent evaluation in respect of the Integrated Care System NI (ICS NI) currently under development by the ICS NI Programme Team. The Supplier will be required to provide ongoing assessment of the ICS from initial launch through its formative years to provide an independent and professional assessment that will be used by the Department to monitor ICS operations and address any issues arising promptly and effectively as well as learning to inform regulations and contribute to ICS benefits management. This will facilitate the use of an 'action learning approach' and ultimately contribute to the positive maturity of the ICS model. There is no guarantee of the volume of work that will be commissioned during the contract duration. The estimated budget for the contract is included in the Contract Notice. Full details of requirements are set out in the Specification document (ID 5047662 - Specification). Additional information: The value of this contract is estimated between PS200,000 and PS300,000 overall. The figure indicated in Section II 1.7 represents an estimated contract value. This value reflects the potential scale of the contract and takes into account the potential optional extension period and the uptake of potential optional services as detailed in the tender documents. Neither CPD nor the Authority can provide any guarantee as to the level of business under this contract.

Options: Following the initial contract period, there is an option to extend for any period of up to and including 12 months.

Renewal: The Contract period shall commence on award and will run for 24 months, with an option to extend for any period of up to and including 12 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0472c1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032724-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

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


CPV Codes

73210000 - Research consultancy services

79410000 - Business and management consultancy services

79411000 - General management consultancy services

79412000 - Financial management consultancy services

79414000 - Human resources management consultancy services

79421100 - Project-supervision services other than for construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Oct 20241 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Department of Health NI
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT4 3WQ
Postcode Area
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Stormont
Westminster Constituency
Belfast East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ERNST YOUNG LLP

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