- Lot 1. Methodological expertise: Quantitative Research including statistical, analytical and modelling capability
- Lot 2. Methodological expertise: Qualitative Research including evidence reviews
- Lot 3. Methodological expertise: Evaluation including policy and education standards
- Lot 4. Methodological expertise: Specialisms in accessible and inclusive approaches including trauma-informed approaches and experience with seldom-heard groups
Scope
Reference
C1479
Description
The provision of External Research Providers.
External Research Providers if successful will be added to an approved supplier list which will consist of the following four lots:
Lot 1 - Methodological expertise: Quantitative Research including statistical, analytical and modelling capability.
Lot 2 - Methodological expertise: Qualitative Research including evidence reviews.
Lot 3 - Methodological expertise: Evaluation including policy and education standards.
Lot 4 - Methodological expertise: Specialisms in accessible and inclusive approaches including trauma-informed approaches and experience with seldom-heard groups.
External Research Providers will be able to bid for all/multiple lots.
Total value (estimated)
- £500,000 excluding VAT
- £600,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 March 2026 to 31 March 2029
- Possible extension to 31 March 2030
- 4 years, 31 days
Description of possible extension:
The extension is available if needed but may not be taken.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 79310000 - Market research services
Contract locations
- UKI - London
Lot 1. Methodological expertise: Quantitative Research including statistical, analytical and modelling capability
Description
Methodological expertise: Quantitative Research including statistical, analytical and modelling capability.
The value for this lot is an approximate figure and will depend on briefings.
Lot value (estimated)
- £125,000 excluding VAT
- £150,000 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 2. Methodological expertise: Qualitative Research including evidence reviews
Description
Methodological expertise: Qualitative Research including evidence reviews.
The value for this lot is an approximate figure and will depend on briefings.
Lot value (estimated)
- £125,000 excluding VAT
- £150,000 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 3. Methodological expertise: Evaluation including policy and education standards
Description
Methodological expertise: Evaluation including policy and education standards.
The value for this lot is an approximate figure and will depend on briefings.
Lot value (estimated)
- £125,000 excluding VAT
- £150,000 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 4. Methodological expertise: Specialisms in accessible and inclusive approaches including trauma-informed approaches and experience with seldom-heard groups
Description
Methodological expertise: Specialisms in accessible and inclusive approaches including trauma-informed approaches and experience with seldom-heard groups.
The value for this lot is an approximate figure and will depend on briefings.
Lot value (estimated)
- £125,000 excluding VAT
- £150,000 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Participation
Particular suitability
Lot 1. Methodological expertise: Quantitative Research including statistical, analytical and modelling capability
Lot 2. Methodological expertise: Qualitative Research including evidence reviews
Lot 3. Methodological expertise: Evaluation including policy and education standards
Lot 4. Methodological expertise: Specialisms in accessible and inclusive approaches including trauma-informed approaches and experience with seldom-heard groups
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
5 December 2025, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
12 December 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Responses to be uploaded onto e-sourcing portal Atamis.
https://nmcprocurementportal.force.com/s/Welcome ('e-Sourcing Portal') by 12pm on 12th December 2025.
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
31 January 2026
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quality Questions | Quality Questions |
Quality | 85% |
| Pricing | Pricing |
Price | 15% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Reduced tendering period
Yes
State of urgency - minimum 10 days
Contracting authority
NURSING AND MIDWIFERY COUNCIL
- Charity Commission (England and Wales): 1091434
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PHCH-9173-QTMH
23 PORTLAND PLACE
LONDON
W1B 1PZ
United Kingdom
Email: procurement@nmc-uk.org
Region: UKI32 - Westminster
Organisation type: Public authority - central government