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title: "Contract for the Provision of Perception Research"
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buyer: "NORTHUMBRIA HEALTHCARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
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# Contract for the Provision of Perception Research

Buyer: NORTHUMBRIA HEALTHCARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1e33d528-1639-45d9-94ce-b6854a3c49dc

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## Summary

The Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a supplier for the "Contract for the Provision of Perception Research", classified under research consultancy services. The procurement process was conducted through an open procedure, with the tender period concluding on 3rd August 2020. The contract, valued at £200,000, commenced on 1st September 2020 and is set to continue until 31st August 2024. The services will be delivered in the North East region of England, and further contract specifics can be found in the provided specifications.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialised in research consultancy services to engage with a reputable healthcare provider. Companies providing market research and analysis, especially those with experience in perception studies, would be well-suited to compete. The openness of the procurement process allows for a diverse range of suppliers to propose their services, potentially fostering partnerships that contribute to their growth and expansion in the public sector.

## Notice

The Trust needs to procure a supplier to carry out research; on our behalf and for those organisations we manage services for, including regular perception research. Further details of the Contracting Authority's requirements under the Contract and other relevant information are detailed in the Specification at Schedule 2.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a3832c7a-e24b-4132-9351-32f22cdaca76 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Oct 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Aug 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Sep 2020 |
| Contract period | 22 Sep 2020 - 31 Aug 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £200,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £200,000 |
| 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 | NORTHUMBRIA HEALTHCARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | MORPETH |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE61 2EF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC42 Northumberland |
| Local authority | Northumberland |
| Electoral ward | Morpeth Kirkhill |
| Westminster constituency | North Northumberland |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EXPLAIN MARKET RESEARCH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73210000 - Research consultancy services

## Release History

- 14 Oct 2020 at 10:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a3832c7a-e24b-4132-9351-32f22cdaca76
- 2 Jul 2020 at 09:46 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0a0143a4-204b-4938-ac91-c8b193086567

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a3832c7a-e24b-4132-9351-32f22cdaca76
  14th October 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0a0143a4-204b-4938-ac91-c8b193086567
  2nd July 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.northumbria.nhs.uk

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