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Modern Methods of Construction (Market and Supply Chains)

DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE

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30 Jan 2026 at 15:47

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Modern Methods of Construction (Market and Supply Chains)" was awarded by the Department for Business and Trade, based in London, England, to Risk and Policy Analysts Ltd. This project aims at researching the UK MMC market, examining supply chain structures, and evaluating product safety risks. Valued at £173,050, the contract falls under the services industry category of research services. It was processed through a selective procurement method as a call-off from a framework agreement, specifically PS22407 Research Collaboration Network Framework Lot 3. The contract started on 26th January 2026 and will end on 14th December 2026, with an optional extension of 9 weeks. The research will be conducted in the East of England region, concluding the tender process as per the award stage on 20th January 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in research services, particularly those able to navigate complex supply chain analyses and safety assessments. Companies SMEs especially those within the UK, can leverage this project to demonstrate their expertise in construction market dynamics, potentially enhancing their portfolios and opening doors for further government collaboration. As part of a larger governmental strategy to bolster sector-specific regulatory knowledge, the tender is suited for experienced research firms with the capacity to deliver comprehensive studies within tight timelines. This offers a substantial growth avenue for similar enterprises aiming to deepen their engagement with public sector procurement.

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Notice Title

Modern Methods of Construction (Market and Supply Chains)

Notice Description

The Modern Methods of Construction Market and Supply Chains contract has been awarded to Risk and Policy Analysts Ltd to carry out a comprehensive research project commissioned by the Office for Product Safety and Standards within the Department for Business and Trade. The study will map the UK MMC market, analyse supply chain structures, and assess product safety risks to support the evidence base for future regulatory strategy. The procurement was completed under PS22407 Research Collaboration Network Framework Lot 3. The contract term is 46 weeks with an optional extension of 9 weeks.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-51dde5b5-d660-4f5a-9391-d1b489d53679
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aad2d305-2aa5-460f-9ab6-142543187d75
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£173,050 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£173,050 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
15 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
26 Jan 2026 - 14 Dec 2026 6-12 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
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

RISK AND POLICY ANALYSTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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