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title: "Scientific Support for Joint Biosecurity Centre"
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buyer: "DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (DHSC - TEST AND TRACE)"
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# Scientific Support for Joint Biosecurity Centre

Buyer: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (DHSC - TEST AND TRACE)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-37f72135-ebf7-4c3a-85eb-2087fe4df44e

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Scientific Support for Joint Biosecurity Centre" was conducted by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC - Test and Trace) in the United Kingdom. This tender, valued at £996,340, falls under the industry category of software programming and consultancy services, aimed at providing data science and analytical support to the test and trace programme. The procurement method used was selective, with the award made following a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period commenced on September 3rd, 2020, and concluded on December 2nd, 2020, with the tender period having ended earlier on September 3rd, 2020.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for large consulting firms and data science providers, particularly those specialising in health analytics or technological solutions for public health issues. Companies that offer robust software programming and consultancy services, especially those with experience in public sector projects, are well-positioned to compete in similar tenders. Engaging in such contracts could help businesses expand their portfolio and strengthen relationships with government agencies.

## Notice

Provision of data science and analytical support to the test and trace programme.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/720623cd-ec8c-4bed-a7c2-b3973fccac1c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Dec 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Sep 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Sep 2020 |
| Contract period | 2 Sep 2020 - 2 Dec 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £996,340 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £996,340 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (DHSC - TEST AND TRACE) |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1H 0EU |
| 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 | ERNST & YOUNG |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services

## Release History

- 4 Dec 2020 at 16:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/720623cd-ec8c-4bed-a7c2-b3973fccac1c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/720623cd-ec8c-4bed-a7c2-b3973fccac1c
  4th December 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://atamis-1928.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/0O000000rwim/a/4J000000kEbI/pZEWZkhv9fzmS5.DH9azzv7RmE4Yp0GD0tmr8KVOZ8I
  G-Cloud-11-Call-off-contract-Data Scientists ErnstYoung finalsigned_Redacted

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