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Master Customer Journey: I am a small business owner and cannot meet my tax liabilities (external research)

H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS

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14 Dec 2017 at 10:32

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Master Customer Journey: I am a small business owner and cannot meet my tax liabilities (external research)" was conducted by HM Revenue & Customs, located at 100 Parliament Street, London, England. This initiative falls under the category of Research and Development Services and related consultancy services, with a contract value of £15,000. The procurement method was selective, issued as a call-off from a framework agreement, and is currently in the award stage following the completion of the tender period, which ended on 19 September 2017. The contract is active from 17 October 2017 to 2 February 2018.

This tender provides significant opportunities for small businesses, particularly those specialising in market research and consultancy services. Organisations with expertise in qualitative research and a strong understanding of customer behaviour—especially concerning tax obligations—will find this contract particularly suitable. Engaging in this tender not only aids in enhancing HMRC's service offerings but also supports the growth of small enterprises in the research sector.

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Notice Title

Master Customer Journey: I am a small business owner and cannot meet my tax liabilities (external research)

Notice Description

Assignment under the Market Research Framework MR130001. This small-scale qualitative research will look to understand customers' experiences when they are unable to meet their tax obligations. In particular, it will seek to understand the customers' needs and actions at this time, and their experience of interactions with HMRC. This will enable us to improve our services for customers.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-484b8eb7-91b2-4fce-84f6-6fe89970056c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bd59db57-f6a0-4588-b333-01b5f2666982
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
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
£15,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£15,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Dec 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Sep 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Sep 20178 years ago
Contract Period
16 Oct 2017 - 2 Feb 2018 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
H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS
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

IPSOS RESEARCH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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