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Women's Sport

DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT

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12 Dec 2025 at 16:51

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS), focused on commissioning independent research into elite women's sport. The contract, valued at £68,269.38, falls under the "Research and development services and related consultancy services" category with the CPV code 73000000. The project is situated in London, England, specifically at a location identified by the postal code SW1A 2BQ. The process used a selective procurement method called a call-off from a framework agreement. The period for tender submissions concluded on 4th August 2025, with the contract running from 16th September 2025 to 24th November 2025. The award was made on 26th September 2025 to WPI Economics.

This tender provides significant opportunities for SMEs and VCSEs within the consultancy and research sectors, particularly those with expertise in sports analytics and women’s athletics. Winning such a contract could enhance the profile and credibility of qualified businesses, opening doors to further collaborations with governmental bodies. Ideal candidates for competing in such procurement processes include businesses specialising in analytical research, sports consultancy, and data-driven insights into socio-cultural aspects of the sports industry. The contract is particularly attractive due to its focus on the growing field of women's sport, presenting a chance to contribute to impactful studies that could shape future policies and initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Women's Sport

Notice Description

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) requires a supplier to provide independent research into elite women's sport.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-159d350e-9c3b-4360-b882-b166466ef99c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3e6667e4-5a60-4c85-ba57-6e8890ae997e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£68,269 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£68,269 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Dec 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Sep 20257 months ago
Contract Period
15 Sep 2025 - 24 Nov 2025 1-6 months
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
DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2BQ
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WPI ECONOMICS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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