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title: "Assessment Framework Consultation"
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# Assessment Framework Consultation

Buyer: CARE QUALITY COMMISSION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6c28bedb-68f7-4ff2-b536-c3bf3e274552

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## Summary

The Care Quality Commission (CQC), based in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, has completed the procurement process for a project titled "Assessment Framework Consultation," classified under the industry category of Research Services. This procurement, conducted through a Direct Award process within the CQC Research and Evaluation Framework, culminated in an active award to TONIC CONSULTANTS LIMITED. The contract spans from 13th October 2025 to 12th January 2026, with a total awarded value of £83,333. The procurement method employed is selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, and is located in England, United Kingdom.

This tender presents growth opportunities particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) specialising in research, design, and social services. Businesses with expertise in consultancy and research development, especially those capable of engaging in framework consultations, are well-positioned to compete for similar future opportunities. The completion of this contract affirms the potential for suppliers in the UK to participate in significant government projects, enhancing their market presence and credibility in the sector.

## Notice

This is a Contract Award Notice. The Care Quality Commission (CQC) require the services of a supplier to undertake a project focused on Assessment Framework Consultation. This procurement was undertaken through the Care Quality Commission Research and Evaluation Framework (CQC EPS 052) Lot 3: Consultation Partner, following the Direct Award process. The Contract is awarded for a total period of 3 months. Total Awarded Value is maximum of all charges including any optional contract extensions.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f841754d-18dd-42c0-80e7-ce415e5e943e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 12 Oct 2025 - 12 Jan 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £83,333 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £83,333 |
| 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 | CARE QUALITY COMMISSION |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE-UPON-TYNE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE1 4PA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Monument |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West |
| 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 | TONIC CONSULTANTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services
- 73300000 - Design and execution of research and development
- 79315000 - Social research services

## Release History

- 4 Nov 2025 at 17:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f841754d-18dd-42c0-80e7-ce415e5e943e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f841754d-18dd-42c0-80e7-ce415e5e943e
  4th November 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ae12b6ed-8b28-4bdf-909b-a2e3a8927d54

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