---
title: "exploring the views of children and young people to inform the GMC review of its 0-18 years"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06b4b1"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "GENERAL MEDICAL COUNCIL (GMC)"
published: "2026-06-15"
---

# exploring the views of children and young people to inform the GMC review of its 0-18 years

Buyer: GENERAL MEDICAL COUNCIL (GMC)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06b4b1

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## Summary

The General Medical Council (GMC), located in Manchester, United Kingdom, has initiated an open tender process seeking research and development services, with the main goal of exploring the views of children and young people for a guidance review. The project is scheduled in the tender stage with an end date for tender submissions on 3rd July 2026, and all enquiries must be submitted by 23rd June 2026. The procurement is categorised under research and development services and aims to update guidance on the care of children and young people. The procurement method is open competition, allowing electronic submissions as per the details provided on www.mytenders.co.uk. The project has a gross estimated value of £90,000 with a net amount of £75,000.

This tender invitation provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research and development, especially those focusing on the healthcare or child welfare sectors. It is an ideal opportunity for SMEs due to its below-threshold value, making it accessible to smaller enterprises with relevant expertise. The contract, starting on 22nd July 2026 and running until 30th April 2027, demands high-quality service delivery with quality set as a significant award criterion at 80%, and price accounting for 20%. Engaging in this project allows businesses to leverage their expertise to inform critical guidance that impacts children's and young people's healthcare policy, establishing their footprint in public sector consultancy.

## Notice

The aim of this research is to explore children and young people's insights, views, feelings and experiences in relation to the topics/themes we are proposing to update in our guidance on the care of children and young people

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056044-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 21 Jul 2026 - 30 Apr 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £75,000 |
| Lots value | £75,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| 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

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 15 Jun 2026 at 09:26 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056044-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056044-2026
  15th June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=644447
  ITT
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=644448
  Terms and conditions
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=644449
  Guide to submitting a tender to GMC
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=644450
  Raising concerns policy
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/Authority/NoticeBuilder/NoticeBuilder_FileDownload.aspx?id=644588
  Security questionnaire

## Notice URLs

- http://www.gmc-uk.org
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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