Award

DRCF Gen-AI Consumer Research

OFCOM

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19 Dec 2024 at 14:32

Summary of the contracting process

The buying organisation, OFCOM, has completed the procurement process for the contract titled "DRCF Gen-AI Consumer Research" in the industry category of research services. This project aims to enhance the understanding of consumer awareness and the perceptions of risks and benefits associated with Gen-AI technology. The procurement took place in London, United Kingdom, and the contract was awarded to Thinks Insight and Strategy (Britain Thinks) Limited on 18th November 2024. The contract began on 27th November 2024 and will continue until 30th April 2025. The procurement method used was a selective, restricted procedure above the threshold, and the total contract value is £77,700.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in research services, particularly those capable of providing in-depth consumer insights regarding emerging technologies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specializing in market research and data analysis would find this tender particularly relevant. Engaging in such contracts with prominent organisations like OFCOM can help businesses expand their portfolios and establish themselves as industry leaders in the Gen-AI research domain.

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Notice Title

DRCF Gen-AI Consumer Research

Notice Description

This contract award notice is for research services to increase the understanding of consumer awareness, perceptions of risks and benefits, current and future usage of Gen-AI.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0e660d32-7956-4c80-8e82-102d8dc42024
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e340960-c5cb-47a0-99f0-18f319eb685c
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£77,700 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£77,700 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
27 Nov 2024 - 30 Apr 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OFCOM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 9HA
Post Town
South East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
Borough & Bankside
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THINKS INSIGHT AND STRATEGY (BRITAIN THINKS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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