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title: "DHSC - Essex Mental Health Independent Inquiry Communications Support"
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buyer: "DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (DHSC)"
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# DHSC - Essex Mental Health Independent Inquiry Communications Support

Buyer: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (DHSC)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b9c1c76a-4048-4401-b383-ea07b5606107

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "DHSC - Essex Mental Health Independent Inquiry Communications Support" was conducted by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC), centred around the provision of marketing management consultancy services. Situated in London (SW1H 0EU), this process is currently in the award stage, having been completed as of 8th February 2022. The tender period concluded on 9th November 2021, with the contract commencing on 15th December 2021 and set to expire on 15th April 2023. The contract is valued at £50,000, with an open procurement method being utilised, which is typical for processes below threshold limits.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), particularly those with expertise in marketing services. Businesses adept in communication strategy or with a background in supporting inquiries in the health sector would be well-positioned to participate in similar future tenders or to collaborate with awarded suppliers such as Crest Advisory (UK) Ltd, which has secured this contract. Engaging with stakeholders in this area could enhance capabilities and broaden market reach for relevant businesses.

## Notice

The Essex Mental Health Independent Inquiry (EMHII) has been set-up to investigate the deaths of Mental Health inpatients. This award is for a supplier to support the Inquiry's communication strategy.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1b9d3e8c-7e2c-4caf-ac55-7f71f8e314ce |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Feb 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Feb 2022 |
| Contract period | 15 Dec 2021 - 15 Apr 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £44,000 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CREST ADVISORY (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79342000 - Marketing services
- 79413000 - Marketing management consultancy services

## Release History

- 25 Feb 2022 at 15:24 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1b9d3e8c-7e2c-4caf-ac55-7f71f8e314ce

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1b9d3e8c-7e2c-4caf-ac55-7f71f8e314ce
  25th February 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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