Department for Business and Trade - Communications and Marketing Research Call-Off

DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE

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Award

03 Jun 2026 at 11:45

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) has recently concluded an award process for a contract titled "Department for Business and Trade - Communications and Marketing Research Call-Off." This contract falls under the industry category of Research and Development Consultancy Services (CPV code: 73200000). The procurement was processed through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The contract, valued at £1,164,000, will engage the services of Yonder Consulting from 5th June 2026 to 4th June 2028. The procurement encompasses various regions, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The award was published on 3rd June 2026, marking the completion stage of this procurement cycle.

This contract creates ample opportunities for businesses involved in research and marketing consultancy, particularly those classified as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and potentially voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). By participating in this call-off agreement, businesses can expand their client portfolio and enhance their reputation in providing evidence-led, outcome-based communications services. Such opportunities are particularly suitable for firms capable of delivering wide-scale research and marketing strategies across diverse geographical locations. Engaging with the DBT can lead to significant growth prospects, considering the scope and scale of its operations and influence.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Department for Business and Trade - Communications and Marketing Research Call-Off

Notice Description

The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) has appointed a research agency on a call-off basis to support the Communications and Marketing directorate in delivering evidence-led, outcome-based communications.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-44effd5e-664e-4798-b868-94d35f395ef9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c2840093-3d22-42cf-b743-b2df9b6e98ec
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,164,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,164,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
22 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 May 20264 weeks ago
Contract Period
4 Jun 2026 - 4 Jun 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2DY
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

YONDER CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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