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Biometrics Research

INFORMATION COMMISSIONER'S OFFICE

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25 Apr 2025 at 10:25

Summary of the contracting process

The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO), based in Wilmslow, England, has completed a procurement process for a project titled "Biometrics Research." This tender falls under the industry category of research services, specifically focusing on public opinions and experiences related to biometrics. The tender was conducted using a selective procurement method as a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system (DPS), with an award made to ESRO Ltd. The procurement process progressed to the award stage, with the contract being active from 28th November 2024 to 31st May 2025. The project's total value is £69,825, and it is geared towards suppliers located in the United Kingdom.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in research services, particularly those with capabilities in conducting social and consumer research. Companies equipped to address public sector needs, specifically small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and those with a focus on innovative data collection and analysis methods, could find this procurement process highly beneficial for business growth. By engaging with contracts like these, businesses have the chance to collaborate with public bodies, enhance their portfolio, and gain valuable insights into public sector requirements and expectations.

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Notice Title

Biometrics Research

Notice Description

Call-off from CCS DPS Research & Insights (RM6126) Research exploring the public's views and experiences of biometrics

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-206babae-293b-460c-b533-f08bf33db4ca
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/addd2d10-c5e5-4d46-9116-0fb7a8bd3fa1
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£69,825 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£69,825 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
28 Nov 2024 - 31 May 2025 6-12 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
INFORMATION COMMISSIONER'S OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WILMSLOW
Postcode
SK9 5AF
Post Town
Stockport
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD62 Cheshire East
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cheshire East
Electoral Ward
Wilmslow West and Chorley
Westminster Constituency
Tatton

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ESRO

Further Information

Notice Documents

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