Precept Surveys

DEVON & SOMERSET FIRE & RESCUE SERVICE

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process was managed by the Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service for a project titled "Precept Surveys". This tender falls under the industry category of Survey Services (CPV: 79311000) and is located in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The process was at the Award stage, with key dates including the end of the tender period on 30th August 2024, contract start on 16th September 2024, and contract end on 15th September 2028. The total contract value is £50,000 GBP. This contract utilised a limited procurement method, specifically a competitive quotation (below the threshold). The awarded supplier is Social & Market Strategic Research (SMSR) Ltd.

This tender represents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs such as Social & Market Strategic Research (SMSR) Ltd. The project involves conducting annual interviews with businesses and the public, offering a mix of face-to-face and telephone surveys, which are crucial for small to medium-sized survey and research firms that possess the capability to develop interview scripts, carry out data analysis, and provide comprehensive reports. This contract, with its potential for extensions up to four years, provides a stable revenue stream and a chance to establish a long-term relationship with a public sector client.

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Precept Surveys

DEVON & SOMERSET FIRE & RESCUE SERVICE

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

1st October 2024 11:36:42 AM
Contract Summary

Conducting of interviews with businesses and members of the public, across Devon and Somerset, to inform the level of the Fire and Rescue Service precept within Council Tax the following financial year. Interviews are a combination of face-to-face and telephone. The supplier will develop the interview script, carry out the interviews/surveys, analyse the data/information and provide a report on the findings. Surveys are carried out annually (in Autumn). The contract has an initial term of one year, with 3 x 12 extensions available (maximum 4 year term).
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-b5fd17-2fd4ea09-4f59-424a-9ab3-92839041a937

Publication Source

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Procurement Stage

Award

Procurement Method

Limited

Procurement Method Details

Competitive Quotation (below Threshold)

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

SME

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

79311000

CPV Division(s)

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

DEVON & SOMERSET FIRE & RESCUE SERVICE

Buyer Name

Bridget Phillips

Buyer Email

bphillips@dsfire.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

01392 872524

Buyer Address

The Knowle, Clyst St. George

EXETER

EX30NW

England
Awarded Supplier(s)

Supplier Name(s)

SOCIAL & MARKET STRATEGIC RESEARCH (SMSR) LTD

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Precept Surveys

DEVON & SOMERSET FIRE & RESCUE SERVICE

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