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Journalist Safety research Project

DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT

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18 Nov 2025 at 10:02

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Journalist Safety Research Project" was commissioned by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) in the UK, focusing on research into the safety issues faced by journalists. Categorised under CPV code 73000000 for research and development services, this selective procurement was conducted through a call-off from a framework agreement. Key dates include the tender end on 26th August 2025 and the award decision made on 26th September 2025, with the contract running from 22nd September 2025 to 28th February 2026. The process is in the 'award' stage, and the project is valued at £96,025. The primary delivery is located in London, with the postal code SW1A 2BQ.

This project presents significant opportunities for businesses within the research and development sector, particularly those specialising in consultancy services related to media safety. Companies such as Alma Economics Ltd have been successfully integrated into the procurement project, indicating potential for large-scale firms in compliance with framework agreements. The suitability for SMEs and VCSEs has also been highlighted, offering a broad spectrum for businesses aiming to extend their reach in public sector contracts. Engaging in such projects can catalyse growth by demonstrating expertise in niche areas like journalist safety, potentially leveraging such projects to expand into further governmental research initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Journalist Safety research Project

Notice Description

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) requires a supplier to provide research into the safety issues and threats experienced by journalists in the UK.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4419c6b4-734c-4b7f-bc11-1097415a9b1c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e208b1c8-9e00-4b0e-98d7-7105006eceac
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
£96,025 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£96,025 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
21 Sep 2025 - 28 Feb 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
DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

ALMA ECONOMICS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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