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Making Tax Digital: Sole Traders & Landlords Preparedness Research

H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS

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06 Jun 2025 at 12:45

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Making Tax Digital: Sole Traders & Landlords Preparedness Research" has been managed by H M Revenue & Customs (HMRC) and falls within the research services industry category. This project focuses on assessing the effectiveness of communication campaigns related to Making Tax Digital for Income Tax, specifically aiming to help sole traders and landlords prepare for the transition. The selective procurement method utilised was a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, and the process has reached the award stage with an active status. The contract period is set from 2nd June 2025 to 31st December 2027. The contract, valued at £399,994.25, was awarded to Verian Group UK Ltd, a large-scale supplier based in London, UK.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses experienced in research services, particularly those specialising in digital communications and engagement with small enterprises such as sole traders and landlords. The research findings from this project are intended to inform future campaigns, potentially leading to further engagements with HMRC. While the contract has been awarded, businesses looking to grow in this sector should note the procurement method used, as dynamic purchasing systems offer opportunities for future contracts. This tender process favoured suitability for SMEs, indicating a promising avenue for small and medium-sized enterprises seeking similar opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Making Tax Digital: Sole Traders & Landlords Preparedness Research

Notice Description

HMRC is running communications campaigns about MTD for Income Tax. These began in 2024 and will continue into 2026 and beyond. These campaigns aim to raise awareness about MTD for Income Tax with sole traders, landlords and agents, to encourage them to take action to prepare for the change and encourage those who are eligible to sign up voluntarily. HMRC are seeking a supplier to undertake research to assess the effectiveness of these campaigns in raising awareness and encouraging sole traders and landlords to take action to prepare. Findings will inform the design and targeting of subsequent campaigns.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ff4cb57a-334c-4ea0-ba80-2ebc2be287a7
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
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
£399,994 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£399,994 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jun 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 May 202512 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jun 2025 - 31 Dec 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SS99 1AA
Post Town
Southend-on-Sea
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH31 Southend-on-Sea
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Southend-on-Sea
Electoral Ward
Victoria
Westminster Constituency
Southend East and Rochford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VERIAN GROUP

Further Information

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