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Evaluating the impact of imports on the UK Economy

DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE

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19 Feb 2025 at 11:29

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Business and Trade has commissioned a contract titled "Evaluating the impact of imports on the UK Economy" under the industry category of Research Services (CPV code: 73110000). The contract was awarded to the University of Strathclyde. This procurement process, which is now at the Award stage, involves research into how imports support UK economic activity, including jobs and incomes. The value of the contract is GBP 119,878.5, and the research will be delivered across a range of locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom, with the contract period spanning from 3rd February 2025 to 2nd February 2027. The procurement method employed was selective, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. Key dates include the end of the tender period on 9th December 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in research services, especially those with capabilities in economic research and analytics. It is particularly well-suited for SMEs and VCSEs, given the inclusivity criteria outlined in the tender. Businesses with a strong background in economic studies and those that can demonstrate the ability to analyse data related to imports and their impacts on the economy may find this contract particularly advantageous. The dynamic purchasing system approach suggests opportunities for businesses to be involved as suppliers in ongoing or future related projects, contributing to their growth and market presence.

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Notice Title

Evaluating the impact of imports on the UK Economy

Notice Description

The Department for Business and Trade commissioned a research project to Fraser of Allander Institute, University of Strathclyde which aims to fill this gap in statistics by funding research into how imports support UK economic activity and therefore jobs and incomes in the UK.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-284ba1e2-b8a1-4cd2-b18a-f0daed3d43cf
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2062347b-a3a4-403e-827b-64ddae248fb7
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
£119,878 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£119,878 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
3 Feb 2025 - 2 Feb 2027 1-2 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
Department for Business and Trade
Contact Email
commercialresearchandconsultancy@businessandtrade.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE

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