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title: "Provision of Research to understand the potential availability of trainee nurses in Somerset 687JS"
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# Provision of Research to understand the potential availability of trainee nurses in Somerset 687JS

Buyer: NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-093450b7-7047-46c8-8603-301fda2426af

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## Summary

The NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit is seeking bidders for the contract titled "Provision of Research to understand the potential availability of trainee nurses in Somerset 687JS." This procurement falls under the research consultancy services category (CPV code: 73210000) and is relevant to the healthcare industry. The tender is currently in the Tender stage, with the deadline for submissions set for 8 April 2019. The project is located in the South West region of the United Kingdom, with the contract set to commence on 1 May 2019 and run until 31 December 2019. This opportunity follows a competitive quotation procurement method, indicating lower financial thresholds and increased accessibility for smaller firms.

This tender presents an opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in workforce research and labour market analysis, particularly those focused on the NHS or healthcare sector. Providers capable of developing structured research plans and conducting desktop reviews, action research, or testing theories with relevant stakeholders would be well-suited to engage in this competitive process. As the healthcare sector continues to evolve and face workforce challenges, businesses that can deliver innovative and insightful research will play a crucial role in supporting these initiatives.

## Notice

Somerset CCG requires the services of a Workforce Research expert with significant knowledge and experience undertaking relevant workforce/labour market research relevant to the NHS/healthcare for a research project. The supplier should identify a clearly structured plan for undertaking the research project, which could include the following as an example approach: * Desktop review of existing data * Action research with targeted individuals/groups/organisations * Development of initial theories * Testing theories with relevant individuals/groups * Delivery of report Additional information: Please follow the link provided to register and bid.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7693d43-9371-4334-ab62-c6a0eb03b69d |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Mar 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Apr 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2019 - 31 Dec 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS SOUTH, CENTRAL AND WEST COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Reading |
| Postcode | RG14 2PZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ16 Berkshire West |
| Local authority | West Berkshire |
| Electoral ward | Newbury Clay Hill |
| Westminster constituency | Newbury |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73210000 - Research consultancy services
- 73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

## Release History

- 20 Mar 2019 at 12:59 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7693d43-9371-4334-ab62-c6a0eb03b69d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7693d43-9371-4334-ab62-c6a0eb03b69d
  20th March 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/scwcsu/aspx/ProjectManage/948

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