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Research into the Relationship between Local News Provision and Local Public Service

DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT

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23 Oct 2024 at 09:50

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has awarded a contract for research services under the title "Research into the Relationship between Local News Provision and Local Public Service." This procurement falls within the industry category of research and development services and related consultancy services (CPV 73000000). Located in London (SW1A 2BQ), the procurement was conducted through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract commenced on 11th October 2024 and will conclude on 14th February 2025, with a total value of £60,000. The procurement stage is the award, and it was awarded to Alma Economics Limited, a large firm based in London.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research and consultancy services, particularly those focused on the media and public service sectors. SMEs and VCSEs are notably suitable to compete in such tenders, as evidenced by the suitability criteria. Engaging in this contract can enhance the visibility and reputation of businesses by aligning them with a high-profile government department and demonstrating their capacity to deliver impactful research. This cooperation can potentially pave the way for future collaborations and contracts within similar domains.

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Notice Title

Research into the Relationship between Local News Provision and Local Public Service

Notice Description

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) requires a supplier to provide research services into the relationship between local news provision and local public service performance.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5d837820-b431-4c31-bc4a-4a2379aafc43
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d171a98-39d1-489d-af06-1c9a35ad66cd
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, VCSE
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
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
10 Oct 2024 - 14 Feb 2025 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
DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT
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

ALMA ECONOMICS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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