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Statement of Safety Principles Public Perceptions Research

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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17 Dec 2025 at 15:12

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport (DfTc), based in London, has completed the procurement process for "Statement of Safety Principles Public Perceptions Research" in the field of research services related to autonomous vehicles. This contract, valued at £146,621, was part of a selective tender method involving a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The award phase concluded on 17th December 2025, with the contract active from 1st December 2025 to 31st March 2026. This procurement covers various locations, including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, and Europe.

This contract presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs in the research services sector. Companies well-suited for this tender typically have expertise in public perception studies, especially concerning emerging technologies like autonomous vehicles. DG Cities Limited, a small to medium-sized enterprise based in Kent, successfully secured the contract, illustrating the potential for similar organisations to gain government contracts with the right capability and focus. Engaging in such procurement processes can lead to expansion in international markets and collaboration with governmental agencies, fostering sector-specific growth and innovation.

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Notice Title

Statement of Safety Principles Public Perceptions Research

Notice Description

Research into statement of safety principles public perceptions for autonomous vehicles.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3ab4f067-a799-4cb1-b537-ce48e16c1b30
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a664e5cb-ca21-4311-b247-b430778abc7d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£146,621 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£146,621 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 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
DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DR
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
Vincent Square
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DG CITIES

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