Planning

DHSC:OLS: AHG-Addition Research in Criminal Justice System

DHSC, LONDON

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PlanningUpdate

04 Jun 2025 at 12:00

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
PlanningUpdate

04 Jun 2025 at 11:58

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

04 Jun 2025 at 11:47

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC), London, is in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "DHSC:OLS: AHG-Addition Research in Criminal Justice System." This contract involves research and producing a report on addiction treatment research opportunities and barriers within the criminal justice system. As a central government public authority, DHSC invites early market engagement to enhance its procurement strategy. The procurement focuses on research and development consultancy services and is set above the threshold with an expected contract value of £350,000 GBP. The relevant documents were published on 4th June 2025, and stakeholders are encouraged to engage via Atamis, with a deadline for feedback by 23rd June 2025. The project is expected to commence on 19th September 2025 and conclude by the end of March 2026.

This tender represents a vital opportunity for businesses specialising in research and consultancy services, particularly those with experience in addiction and criminal justice systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the project is well-suited to entities with innovative solutions and established methodologies for addiction research. Engaging in this procurement process could provide significant exposure and contribute towards business growth in the public health sector, positioning interested parties as valuable contributors to improving health outcomes within justice environments.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DHSC:OLS: AHG-Addition Research in Criminal Justice System

Notice Description

The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) is seeking early market engagement in preparation for procuring a contract to deliver a research and draft report on the barriers and opportunities for Addiction Treatment Research in the Criminal Justice System. This is not a call for competition, but an opportunity to gather feedback to better understand market capabilities, refine the procurement strategy, and encourage supplier engagement. Interested parties can access the relevant documents via the Atamis system at https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome using the contract reference. Suppliers may also submit the completed questionnaire through Atamis but must be registered on the system to do so. Alternatively, questionnaires can be submitted by email to ccsinbox@dhsc.gov.uk, quoting "AHG: Conducting Addiction Research within the Criminal Justice System" no later than 23/06/2025 5pm.

Planning Information

We are issuing to the market draft specifications and a questionnaire to gather their views on the requirements and procurement approach. Please use the Atamis link provided and search for the project number.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052c5a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029868-2025
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
15 Jul 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
18 Sep 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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DHSC, LONDON
Contact Name
Julia Estruga
Contact Email
ccsinbox@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
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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