Reducing Parental Conflict - National Offer User research

IFF RESEARCH LIMITED

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Award

19 Jun 2026 at 13:34

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Reducing Parental Conflict - National Offer User research" was conducted by IFF Research Limited, with a focus on commissioning user research to understand how expectant and new parents engage with relationship support services. This falls under the industry category of "Research services" (CPV 73110000), and is located in London, United Kingdom. The procurement stage is now at the award phase, with the contract awarded on 15th June 2026 and published on 19th June 2026. The procurement method used was a selective call-off from a framework agreement, with the contract period extending from 15th June to 14th October 2026. The total contract value is £99,606.33.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the research services sector, particularly for those specialising in user research methodologies. The procurement process was designed to be suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), which can benefit from engaging in government contracts to expand their portfolios and demonstrate their expertise in public sector research initiatives. Firms that excel in understanding public needs and contributing to policy design would be well-suited to compete in such tenders.

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Notice Title

Reducing Parental Conflict - National Offer User research

Notice Description

This project will commission user research with expectant and new parents to understand how they search for, access, and engage with relationship support. The findings will inform the design of the Reducing Parental Conflict (RPC) National Offer.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/70ddfc3c-018a-4c85-ae54-5ef103740961
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£149,409 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£99,606 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jun 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
7 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
14 Jun 2026 - 14 Oct 2026 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
IFF RESEARCH LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BLACKPOOL
Postcode
FY4 5ES
Post Town
Blackpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD42 Blackpool
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Blackpool
Electoral Ward
Stanley
Westminster Constituency
Blackpool South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

IFF RESEARCH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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