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title: "COVID19 Support - Defra PEL 033C"
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# COVID19 Support - Defra PEL 033C

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2cb6ef5f-eefe-4c7c-863c-372d3bd3a83b

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## Summary

The procurement process is led by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, focusing on the contract titled "COVID19 Support - Defra PEL 033C." This initiative falls under the general management consultancy services category and is aimed at addressing the needs of Non-Shielded Vulnerable populations amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. The procurement stage is currently in the Award phase, with the contract period starting from 20th April 2020 and set to conclude on 30th June 2020. The total contract value is £437,040, and the procurement method utilised was a direct single tender action, indicating a streamlined approach for urgent needs.

This contract presents significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in consultancy services geared towards social welfare and food security. Businesses that are adept at developing strategic interventions and evaluations for vulnerable populations will find themselves well-positioned to compete in this procurement landscape. The emphasis on delivering solutions for disadvantaged communities makes this an attractive opportunity for organisations that can demonstrate their capability in managing complex human-centric programmes.

## Notice

Over the coming weeks, the Non-Shielded Vulnerable (NSV) Programme will be focused on - Standing up and executing the delivery proposition to address the needs of the NSV population who can afford but may not be able to access food. - Developing and seeking agreement to a proposition to address the needs of those who can access but cannot afford food (economically vulnerable) During this time, it is imperative to maintain a strategic focus on - Monitoring the impact of the interventions, in the context of an evolving NSV population and changes to the food supply; and - Ensuring a robust evaluation framework and approach is in place; Developing scenario-based options for forward looking strategies (incl. exit timing) for the NSV and the Shielded food programmes Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses an E-tendering system for Procurement activities. This is currently provided by Bravo Solutions. To access appropriate tendering and contractual documents, please access the E-Tendering portal at https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk", ensuring that your registration includes "Defra". If you have any problems with this system, please contact Bravo on their telephone helpline number 0800 368 4850 or by emailing them at help@bravosolution.co.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc779ba6-62a6-4441-bc16-6e0f6fde2547 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Aug 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Mar 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Apr 2020 |
| Contract period | 19 Apr 2020 - 30 Jun 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £437,040 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £427,040 |
| 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 | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 3JR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | THE BOSTON CONSULTING GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79411000 - General management consultancy services

## Release History

- 26 Aug 2020 at 12:36 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc779ba6-62a6-4441-bc16-6e0f6fde2547

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc779ba6-62a6-4441-bc16-6e0f6fde2547
  26th August 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/75004df3-fecb-40e6-a33c-33d9b1a633ea
  n/a

## Notice URLs

- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk

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