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UK SBS - PS21112 - REF Results user research Quotation Request

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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22 Oct 2021 at 13:23

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by UK Shared Business Services Limited, revolves around the contract titled "UK SBS - PS21112 - REF Results user research Quotation Request." This contract, classified within the industry category of research and development consultancy services, is located in Swindon, England. The procurement method used was a limited one, conducted through a competitive quotation process. The contract was awarded on 3rd September 2021, following the end of the tender period on 25th August 2021. The contract's duration extends from 13th September 2021 to 30th November 2021, with a total value of £39,950.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses looking to expand their reach in the consultancy sector, especially those specialising in user research and market analysis. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) would be particularly well-suited to compete, as the procurement authority encourages engagement from firms of this nature. Businesses that can effectively conduct focus groups and surveys within higher education institutions will find this contract aligns well with their expertise, potentially enhancing their portfolio and client base.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UK SBS - PS21112 - REF Results user research Quotation Request

Notice Description

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a competitive quote exercise. Brief Description of Requirement The supplier is required to undertake user research to establish the user requirements and ideal information design for the above items that the funding bodies will publish. The successful supplier will undertake user research through focus groups and/or surveys of higher education institutions and other users of the REF results to understand how the format and functionality of the REF 2021 results best serve user needs

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7a44ff78-6e81-44b4-9560-5f376965e67f
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

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

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

79300000 - Market and economic research; polling and statistics

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£39,950 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Oct 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Aug 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Sep 20214 years ago
Contract Period
12 Sep 2021 - 30 Nov 2021 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
UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CX PARTNERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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