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Provision of Socio-Economic Disadvantage Lived Experience Research

CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE

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05 Mar 2026 at 09:46

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Summary of the contracting process

The Crown Commercial Service, on behalf of the Cabinet Office, has concluded the award phase of its procurement process for the contract titled "Provision of Socio-Economic Disadvantage Lived Experience Research." This tender falls under the industry category of Social research services and involves a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, indicating a selective procurement method. The contract is valued at £49,500 and spans various regions across the United Kingdom, including Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, as well as the Isle of Man and Channel Islands. The contract commenced on 29 January 2026 and is active until 28 May 2026.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises, particularly those specialising in social research services. It offers a chance to contribute to meaningful research aimed at understanding socio-economic disadvantages, potentially leading to partnerships or long-term engagements with public sector entities. Businesses with expertise in these services across diverse UK regions are well-positioned to leverage this contract for expanding their portfolio and demonstrating their capability in delivering impactful research outcomes.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Socio-Economic Disadvantage Lived Experience Research

Notice Description

Provision of Socio-Economic Disadvantage Lived Experience Research

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-242d231a-90bc-4bbf-a395-ebdcd1c23828
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c4eea92-1585-487c-8664-7af63265c22f
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
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79315000 - Social research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£49,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£49,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
23 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
29 Jan 2026 - 28 May 2026 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
CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 9PP
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales, TLM Scotland, TLN Northern Ireland
Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
City Centre North
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE PUBLIC SERVICE CONSULTANTS

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