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title: "DHSC: NHSPP - David Fuller Inquiry Independent Advisors - 1"
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# DHSC: NHSPP - David Fuller Inquiry Independent Advisors - 1

Buyer: DHSC  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6417be49-b36a-472a-856d-80310597947e

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## Summary

The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has completed the re-procurement process for specialist advisory services related to the care of the deceased. This procurement is part of the independent inquiry into the crimes committed by David Fuller during his tenure at various NHS establishments. The contract, initially valued at £34,807 (excluding VAT), has been extended until 30th June 2025, with an increased value of £47,130 (excluding VAT). The primary procurement method was a single tender action (below threshold), classified under CPV 71621000 for technical analysis or consultancy services. The awarded contract encompasses services provided within England, United Kingdom, with key dates including the end of the tender period on 31st July 2023 and the contract period from 1st August 2023 to 30th June 2025.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in technical analysis or consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in providing specialist advice on care for the deceased. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) stand to benefit greatly from this procurement, given the contract's eligibility criteria. The contract's direct award to North West London Pathology underscores the relevance and demand for niche consultancy services within the broader health sector, offering potential growth and collaboration opportunities for businesses operating within this specialised industry domain.

## Notice

Re-procurement for specialist advise on care of the deceased for the independent inquiry into the crimes committed by David Fuller whilst an employee at various NHS establishments.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23221af3-719c-4b64-b057-b4a4560b36cf |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Mar 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Jul 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Feb 2024 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £34,807 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £34,807 |
| 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 | DHSC |
| 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 | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NORTH WEST LONDON PATHOLOGY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services

## Release History

- 8 Mar 2024 at 14:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23221af3-719c-4b64-b057-b4a4560b36cf

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23221af3-719c-4b64-b057-b4a4560b36cf
  8th March 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c070ca20-c8f6-4ed4-89dc-f495451a7f59
  DHSC Independent Inquiry Independent Advisor Final- NWLP signed_Redacted

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