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title: "EHRC 2122-10 Social Care in Scotland"
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# EHRC 2122-10 Social Care in Scotland

Buyer: EQUALITY AND HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-13f88aaf-634d-429e-a6ab-e7c9e274263a

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## Summary

The Equality and Human Rights Commission has initiated a public procurement process titled "EHRC 2122-10 Social Care in Scotland," focusing on qualitative research related to social care issues in Scotland. The contract, categorised under equal opportunities consultancy services, includes two specific lots: assessing the impact of Self-Directed Support and challenging adult social care decisions. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure, with the tender period concluding on 14 September 2021. The contract period is set to commence on 27 September 2021 and will last until 31 March 2022.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) specialising in social research and consultancy services. Businesses that possess expertise in qualitative research methodologies and have a deep understanding of social care may find this contract particularly suitable. Engaging in this tender could enhance their profile, contribute to impactful social initiatives, and support the ongoing efforts to improve equality in social care across Scotland.

## Notice

The Commission is looking for a suitably qualified contractor(s) who has the capacity, knowledge and expertise to carry out high-quality qualitative research regarding Social Care in Scotland. The opportunity is across two Lots: * Lot 1 - To what extent does Self-Directed Support enable personal outcomes to be met * Lot 2 - Challenging adult social care decisions These projects form part of an ongoing programme of work in the Commission to increase understanding and awareness of the issues in relation to adult social care, and the impact on equality.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cff1b9df-0ae4-42be-b9c4-b4a2ebb575cf |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Oct 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Sep 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Sep 2021 |
| Contract period | 26 Sep 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £42,254 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | EQUALITY AND HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M4 3AQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Piccadilly |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RESEARCH WORKS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 79315000 - Social research services
- 98200000 - Equal opportunities consultancy services

## Release History

- 5 Oct 2021 at 13:47 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cff1b9df-0ae4-42be-b9c4-b4a2ebb575cf
- 9 Sep 2021 at 12:02 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f58812ee-c317-44b7-a8b4-2b5eed76209c
- 26 Aug 2021 at 13:34 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fdc16264-2eb0-4520-a1e9-660332094767
- 29 Jul 2021 at 12:43 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3863d036-346a-4977-bc2e-a0857cd1fe75

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cff1b9df-0ae4-42be-b9c4-b4a2ebb575cf
  5th October 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f58812ee-c317-44b7-a8b4-2b5eed76209c
  9th September 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fdc16264-2eb0-4520-a1e9-660332094767
  26th August 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3863d036-346a-4977-bc2e-a0857cd1fe75
  29th July 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=d5cbc985-69f0-eb11-810d-005056b64545
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## Notice URLs

- http://www.equalityhumanrights.com

## Provenance

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