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title: "Research: Evaluating the impact of the RLS Duties of a doctor programme."
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# Research: Evaluating the impact of the RLS Duties of a doctor programme.

Buyer: GENERAL MEDICAL COUNCIL (GMC)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-664671a8-1a35-4d9a-a0f9-8a09ff83a8e7

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## Summary

The General Medical Council (GMC) is conducting a tender for the project titled "Research: Evaluating the impact of the RLS Duties of a doctor programme." This procurement falls under the "Research and development consultancy services" category and is located in both the North West and London regions of the United Kingdom. The procurement process has been completed, with the tender period ending on 23rd November 2016. The awarded contract, valued at £90,000, commenced on 19th December 2016 and will conclude on 29th September 2017, following an open procedure for bids.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in research and consultancy services, particularly those with experience in healthcare-related programmes. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can demonstrate their capability in evaluating professional development initiatives within the medical field would be especially well-suited to compete for similar contracts. Participation in such projects can enhance a business's exposure and credibility within the healthcare sector, driving future growth and collaboration opportunities.

## Notice

This research aims to evaluate the impact of the duties of a doctor (DoaD) programme - a professional support programme developed and run by the regional liaison service (RLS) at the GMC. The programme aims to promote professional development by enhancing doctors' confidence and capabilities in dealing with common professional dilemmas and increasing doctors' awareness of GMC guidance though face-to-face sessions with a regional liaison advisor (RLA).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/568e7922-cb6b-4ed6-aa9d-156475eda1d4 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Feb 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Nov 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Dec 2016 |
| Contract period | 19 Dec 2016 - 29 Sep 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £90,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £90,000 |
| 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 | GENERAL MEDICAL COUNCIL (GMC) |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M3 3AW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Deansgate |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England), TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UNIVERSITY COLLEGE LONDON MEDICAL SCHOOL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 22 Feb 2017 at 17:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/568e7922-cb6b-4ed6-aa9d-156475eda1d4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/568e7922-cb6b-4ed6-aa9d-156475eda1d4
  22nd February 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- http://www.mytenders.org/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB139050
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## Notice URLs

- http://www.gmc-uk.org

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