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PS25226 - Research into appraisal methods for R&D spending

ICS ON BEHALF OF DSIT AND DESNZ

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16 Dec 2025 at 14:25

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "PS25226 - Research into appraisal methods for R&D spending" has reached the award stage, having concluded its tender period on 18 November 2025. The contracting authority is ICS, acting on behalf of DSIT and DESNZ, headquartered in Swindon, England. The procurement method employed was selective, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system under the CCS RM6126 Research & Insights DPS. This service-based contract focuses on research and development and consultancy services, spanning various locations including British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The contract period commences on 16 December 2025 and concludes on 31 March 2026. With the award being published on 16 December 2025, SQW Limited has been chosen as the supplier with a contract value of £207,294.

This tender represents significant prospects for SMEs, given its suitability criteria, and is tailored towards businesses specialising in research and consultancy services for R&D projects. Enterprises capable of illustrating detailed case studies and providing supplementary guidance aligning with DSIT’s objectives will find this contract particularly attractive. As the initiative aligns with recommendation 4 of the David Willetts review, it provides a path for companies to justifiably grow their business by contributing expertise towards enhancing appraisal methods in scientific and technology assessments. Participation in such government contracts can bolster the industry standing of businesses, allowing them to foster relationships with public authorities and broaden their market footprint internationally.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PS25226 - Research into appraisal methods for R&D spending

Notice Description

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a mini competition under the CCS RM6126 Research & Insights DPS Brief Description of Requirement This specification resource is for research into the appraisal methods for R&D projects, including case studies, that will support DSIT's ongoing activities to create R&D supplementary guidance. This will enable DSIT to deliver recommendation 4 of the David Willetts review into business cases, which recommends producing supplementary guidance for the Green Book to support assessment of science and technology business cases

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-423354cb-0271-4dbb-bb53-7a13d1918602
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/554e0ac4-f1ca-48da-b111-9ad84db7a1c6
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£207,294 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
16 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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ICS ON BEHALF OF DSIT AND DESNZ
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1LF
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

SQW

Further Information

Notice Documents

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