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PS25263 - Misinformation Evidence Review

DSIT

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01 Dec 2025 at 08:43

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process led by DSIT revolves around the project titled "PS25263 - Misinformation Evidence Review," which falls under the industry category of research and development services and consultancy. The procurement stage currently being reported is the Award stage, concluded on 28 November 2025, as part of a selective procurement method via a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system (DPS). The contract period extends from 28 November 2025 to 31 March 2026, covering multiple locations, including the United Kingdom and other British Overseas Territories. The focus is on collating evidence regarding misinformation to impact and enhance HMG policy and operations, with the key customers identified as government scientific advisers and policy leads.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in research and consultancy services, particularly those already operating in the government or academic sectors. It is an ideal opportunity for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) given the competitive nature of the DPS framework. The awarded contract, valued at £49,937, was successfully secured by the University of Sheffield, showcasing the potential for both academic institutions and private consultancy firms to engage in similar public sector projects that require expertise in evaluation and policy advisory capabilities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PS25263 - Misinformation Evidence Review

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 Purpose of the commission is to collate the current evidence around the risks posed by misinformation and their implications for HMG policy & operations. Key Objectives: - Provide a thematic synthesis of current evidence - Highlight gaps and opportunities for future research Customers: Government Chief Scientific Adviser, departmental Chief Scientific Advisers, senior/working-level policy leads across departments impacted by misinformation.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4b02bc00-c1e7-4cde-80d7-7d6c5e0289b7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ac3eae09-6109-42a0-b486-cff20880ac59
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

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£49,937 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Nov 20252 months ago
Contract Period
28 Nov 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
DSIT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FF
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

UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

Further Information

Notice Documents

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