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project_19539 - Emerging Threats and Future Trends in Modern Slavery, Exploitation and Human Trafficking

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Summary of the contracting process

The Home Office has recently completed the procurement process titled "Emerging Threats and Future Trends in Modern Slavery, Exploitation and Human Trafficking." This project falls under the services category, specifically focusing on the design and execution of research and development. The procurement was conducted using a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, targeting research needs across various locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, the Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom. Key dates included the tender period ending on 10th October 2025 and the contract commencing on 31st October 2025, concluding on 31st March 2026. Decision Analysis Services Ltd, identified as an SME, was awarded the contract valued at £19,020, officially published on 4th November 2025.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for SMEs involved in research and development services. The focus on modern slavery, exploitation, and human trafficking invites expertise from businesses with a strong analytical capability and those geared towards aiding policy development and enforcement strategies. The selective procurement method implies a strategic approach, potentially benefiting businesses that are part of existing frameworks and capable of addressing complex social issues. Companies with a vision to expand their research capacity and influence public policy will find engaging in similar tenders advantageous for growth. Decision Analysis Services Ltd’s success in securing the contract underscores the suitability of well-positioned SMEs in capturing such opportunities.

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Notice Title

project_19539 - Emerging Threats and Future Trends in Modern Slavery, Exploitation and Human Trafficking

Notice Description

Understanding the future emerging trends in modern slavery, exploitation and human trafficking in the UK over the next 10 years is critical for shaping effective policy, enforcement strategies, and support mechanisms.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1771b9aa-612b-4167-9dcb-0f683b0f57fe
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3bb82c4a-5a56-4e5a-8456-83b948b2c812
Current Stage
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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
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£19,020 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
31 Oct 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 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
HOME OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
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

DECISION ANALYSIS SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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