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Product Safety Consumer Survey (PSCS)

DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE

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06 Nov 2025 at 16:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Business and Trade has concluded a procurement process for a project titled "Product Safety Consumer Survey (PSCS)" to enhance consumer understanding of product safety. The contract, valued at £960,000, has been awarded to YOUGOV PLC and is classified under the research services industry. This initiative, managed through a selective procurement method via a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, involves research services and is set to commence on 27th October 2025 and conclude on 26th October 2029. The procurement was within the scope of providing services across several regions, including the United Kingdom, Europe, and other specified territories, and the award was published on 6th November 2025.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in research and consumer insights, particularly those with experience in supporting government policy development. The requirement for a robust understanding of consumer attitudes towards product safety aligns with businesses that specialise in data analytics and survey conduct. Companies of varying sizes, including SMEs and larger organisations, that can deliver high-quality, evidence-based insights, would find this project well-suited to their capabilities. Engaging in such government projects can enhance business credentials and visibility within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Product Safety Consumer Survey (PSCS)

Notice Description

A research project to enhance understanding of consumer attitudes and behaviours related to product safety. This research will support The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) in developing evidence-based policy and regulatory interventions by providing timely, robust, and representative insights into how consumers perceive and respond to product safety issues. Term: 4 years (with an optional 6-month extension)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-26e47b6f-4fb1-434f-8cab-5e4700953439
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2773ede2-a504-48f4-a2c9-d56699106118
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
Large

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
£960,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£960,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
27 Oct 2025 - 26 Oct 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2DY
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

YOUGOV

Further Information

Notice Documents

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