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DHSC: Comms: Lot-2-Qualitative Research: Strategic Communications and Policy Development

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04 Aug 2026 at 13:41

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has awarded a contract for Lot 2 - Qualitative Research for Strategic Communications and Policy Development. This procurement, classified under the CPV codes 73110000 and 79315000, pertains to research services and social research services respectively. The project, aimed at strategic communications and policy development, is based in London, United Kingdom. The contract, valued at £2,500,000, began on 7th July 2026 and extends until 6th July 2028. The procurement process was labelled as 'Other' and has reached the award stage as of 4th August 2026, with the supplier being Basis Social Limited.

This tender presents excellent opportunities for businesses with expertise in qualitative research, particularly those focusing on strategic communications and policy development. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, given the tender's suitability criteria. Companies skilled in providing comprehensive research services could significantly enhance their growth prospects by aligning their offerings with the strategic priorities of government communications and policy needs. Engaging in this contract allows for substantial contributions to pivotal government initiatives, potentially opening further opportunities within this sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DHSC: Comms: Lot-2-Qualitative Research: Strategic Communications and Policy Development

Notice Description

This tender (Lot 2 - Qualitative Research for Strategic Communications and Policy Development) is to appoint a Supplier with expertise in qualitative research to inform strategic communications, Government narrative and policy development for the Department, including strategic deep-dives into priority issues, narrative testing, and research to inform the design and implementation of policy.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-203b17ae-f5e0-4e9a-b316-16bba2f8a571
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/370b68af-2b58-425a-9d35-39cd1cdbba9a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

79315000 - Social research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,500,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Aug 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
5 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jul 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
6 Jul 2026 - 6 Jul 2028 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
DHSC
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 0EU
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

BASIS SOCIAL

Further Information

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