Planning

DHSC:OHID:Telecare and connectivity advice - Market Engagement

DHSC, LONDON

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Planning

25 Mar 2025 at 16:08

Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) in London is in the planning stage for a procurement process titled "DHSC:OHID:Telecare and connectivity advice - Market Engagement". This tender falls under the category of systems and technical consultancy services within the central government sector. A market engagement event is scheduled for 15th April 2025 from 11:00 to 12:30, and future notices are expected on 28th April 2025. The procurement will focus on gathering technical expertise and market intelligence concerning the transition to digital phonelines and the impact on telecare users. The procurement process is valued at £120,000 gross and will span from 1st July 2025 to 31st March 2026, with a project location in the UK.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses within the technical consultancy sector, particularly those with expertise in telecare systems and digital connectivity. Companies specialising in systems consultancy services, technology solutions, and digital transitions are well-suited to compete. With a substantial budget and a focus on market testing and technical proficiency, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs) will find this procurement beneficial for expanding their service offerings and securing a government contract to bolster their growth. This engagement could serve as a valuable platform for showcasing innovative solutions and technical capabilities.

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Notice Title

DHSC:OHID:Telecare and connectivity advice - Market Engagement

Notice Description

DHSC is seeking market intelligence and market testing on the technical expertise given the complexity and potential risks for telecare users from the switchover to digital phonelines.

Planning Information

Market engagement event scheduled for 15th April 2025 from 11:00 – 12:30.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04f8a1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011205-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72220000 - Systems and technical consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
28 Apr 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DHSC, LONDON
Contact Name
Daryl Mahabir
Contact Email
daryl.mahabir@dhsc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 0EU
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
TLI London

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

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