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Understanding the role of DCMS in building communities and strengthening community connections

DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT

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25 Feb 2025 at 16:42

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) recently awarded a contract for research into how DCMS policies and sector interventions support and sustain strong communities. This contract, titled "Understanding the role of DCMS in building communities and strengthening community connections," falls under the industry category of Research and Development services. It was awarded to Ecorys UK Limited for the amount of £69,580. The procurement used a selective method called "Call-off from a framework agreement." The tender process was completed with a period ending on 16th December 2024, and the contract is effective from 9th January 2025 to 21st March 2025. The address for the delivery is located in London, SW1A 2BQ.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in research and consultancy services, particularly those focused on community development and public policy. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) are highly suitable to compete for similar contracts due to the inclusive procurement approach adopted by DCMS. Collaborations that leverage expertise in community engagement and policy analysis will likely find this tender aligns with their business growth strategies, enabling them to contribute to impactful government initiatives and expand their sector influence.

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Notice Title

Understanding the role of DCMS in building communities and strengthening community connections

Notice Description

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) requires a supplier to provide research into how DCMS policies and sector interventions support and sustain strong communities.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2dab947c-ca5d-4fa3-b036-8ffc195a9e4a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d4864a56-8f80-47d0-a556-031fc9c2c6a3
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£69,580 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£69,580 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Feb 202512 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
9 Jan 2025 - 21 Mar 2025 1-6 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
DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT
Contact Name
DCMS Commercial
Contact Email
commercial@dcms.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2BQ
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

ECORYS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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