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title: "MRC Technical Design Authority"
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# MRC Technical Design Authority

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-868f164f-8d4e-4a7d-a29d-ee2ecb5494a1

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## Summary

The procurement process for the project titled "MRC Technical Design Authority" was conducted by UK Shared Business Services Limited in the services industry category. The procurement method used was selective, with the contract awarded through a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period concluded on 9 January 2017, leading to the contract's commencement on 10 January 2017 and concluding on 30 June 2017. The total contract value was £70,000, and the service involved transitioning the MRC Head Office IT environment to a cloud-based solution.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those with expertise in cloud-based solutions and personnel management. Companies that are well-suited to compete could include those offering temporary staffing services or IT consultancy, aligning with the needs of the project as described. Engaging in this type of procurement can facilitate business growth by expanding networks within public sector contracts and enhancing service offerings.

## Notice

This is not a call for competition. Contract was awarded via CCS RM971 Non Medical Non Clinical. The aim of this project is to move the MRC Head Office IT environment onto a cloud-based solution, to deliver a responsive, secure platform that can be adapted to meet the needs of the current and future organisation.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a4d164a2-f356-4144-a6bf-b00bb846b0c2 |
| 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 | 29 Jan 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Jan 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Jan 2017 |
| Contract period | 10 Jan 2017 - 30 Jun 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £70,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £70,000 |
| 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 | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HAYS SPECIALIST RECRUITMENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff

## Release History

- 29 Jan 2018 at 10:52 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a4d164a2-f356-4144-a6bf-b00bb846b0c2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a4d164a2-f356-4144-a6bf-b00bb846b0c2
  29th January 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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