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title: "Research into what supports fairer employer referrals of doctors to the GMC"
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# Research into what supports fairer employer referrals of doctors to the GMC

Buyer: GENERAL MEDICAL COUNCIL (GMC)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a1e0ef07-0eb3-4b4c-9436-35bb1cbd4dc3

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## Summary

The General Medical Council (GMC) is initiating an open procurement process for a research project titled "Research into what supports fairer employer referrals of doctors to the GMC." This project falls under the industry category of research services (CPV 73110000) and aims to understand the impact of various programs and interventions on the proportionality of referrals made by designated bodies. The tender process is currently active, with the tender period ending on 29th November 2024. The research is to be conducted across multiple locations including British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The contract period is set to start on 13th January 2025 and conclude on 30th November 2025.

This tender presents an excellent business growth opportunity for companies specialising in research services, particularly those with expertise in examining organisational behaviour and policy impact. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply for this tender, given its suitability criteria. The open procedure procurement method ensures a competitive process, allowing businesses with relevant experience and innovative solutions to bid for the project. Companies able to contribute to understanding and enhancing fairness in professional referrals will find this tender particularly relevant.

## Notice

We would like to understand which programmes and interventions are more prevalent in relation to whether designated bodies were proportionate in their referrals. This will extend knowledge about programmes and interventions that enhance proportionality of referrals, detract from it, or are unrelated to it.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10331a7f-87a6-4ec6-9e62-ffbc6b38ea58 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 13 Jan 2025 - 30 Nov 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| 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 | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 7 Nov 2024 at 17:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10331a7f-87a6-4ec6-9e62-ffbc6b38ea58

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10331a7f-87a6-4ec6-9e62-ffbc6b38ea58
  7th November 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV168979
  NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the myTenders Web Site at the link provided.

## Notice URLs

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

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