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Research on The Deterrence Effect of Prosecutions

H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS

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11 Aug 2025 at 16:46

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract titled "Research on The Deterrence Effect of Prosecutions" was conducted by H M Revenue & Customs (HMRC), a UK governmental organisation based in London. The tender falls under the "Research and experimental development services" industry category, and its delivery is specifically allocated to England. This procurement reached the "Award" stage, with the contract being awarded to Verian Group UK Ltd on 14th July 2025. The contract has an estimated value of £202,676.19 and spans from 15th July 2025 to 15th July 2026. The process was executed using a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. Initially, the tender period concluded on 19th May 2025.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), which were deemed suitable for this procurement. Companies with expertise in quantitative research and an understanding of policy impact assessments would find this project well-aligned with their capabilities. Engaging with such contracts helps businesses to enhance their reputation and credentials within the public sector, potentially opening doors to future collaborative or solo projects demanding high-level research skills and insights into policy formation.

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Notice Title

Research on The Deterrence Effect of Prosecutions

Notice Description

HMRC are seeking a research provider to conduct quantitative research involving a large-scale survey, with an optional qualitative stage consisting of up to 30 in-depth interviews. The aim of this research is to gather robust, evidence based insights to inform policy and decision making.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5052ae51-c34b-416e-923d-55cb927dc1f4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/19ae34f3-1a3d-4d9d-8ff0-960bb954aca9
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
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73100000 - Research and experimental development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£202,676 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£202,676 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
14 Jul 2025 - 15 Jul 2026 1-2 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
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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VERIAN GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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