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NSPCC Rapid Insights

OFCOM

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16 Apr 2025 at 10:44

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Summary of the contracting process

The National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NSPCC) has been awarded a contract by OFCOM for "Rapid Insights" research services. This contract, classified under research services (CPV code 73110000), aims to develop a mechanism that provides OFCOM with an evidence base to inform decisions about social media and tech companies' accountability for user safety. The procurement process was carried out via a direct procurement method, specifically a single tender action below the threshold. The contract commenced on 28 March 2025 and will end on 31 March 2026, with the project taking place in London, United Kingdom. Key stages in the procurement process include the tender period that ended on 28 March 2025 and the award date on the same day.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) due to its suitability criteria. The contract's value, set at £93,436, provides a sizeable project for the awarded business with the potential to enhance their portfolio and credibility in delivering impactful research. Businesses experienced in providing in-depth and authentic research insights, especially those familiar with social media and technology sectors, will find themselves well-suited to such opportunities, allowing them to showcase their expertise and contribute to vital decisions around user safety on digital platforms.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NSPCC Rapid Insights

Notice Description

This contract notice is for Rapid Insight research services by the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children. This will see the NSPCC/Childline develop a mechanism that provides Ofcom with an in-depth, authentic and unique evidence base from which to inform decisions, supporting Ofcom to ensure social media and tech companies are held responsible for users' safety.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3632a909-46e3-4949-a747-09ec41747f18
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2bfe82e9-9798-4306-b3f5-5b912893c9fc
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
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
£93,436 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£93,436 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
28 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-2 years
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
OFCOM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 9HA
Post Town
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
Borough & Bankside
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NATIONAL SOCIETY OF THE PROTECTION OF CHILDREN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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