Library Engagement

DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has completed a procurement process for a project titled "Library Engagement" under the "Research and development services and related consultancy services" category. This tender aimed to secure research on the use and engagement with libraries, with an award valued at GBP 170,100. The procurement method employed was a selective call-off from a framework agreement. Key dates include the tender period ending on 8th November 2024 and the contract period running from 25th November 2024 to 31st March 2025. The bidding process was completed, and the award was published on 7th January 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research and consultancy services, particularly those experienced in the cultural and public sector. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) were considered suitable for this project. Successful bidders could potentially gain valuable experience and contacts within the government sector, enhancing their portfolio and opening doors for future contracts with public sector organisations. Ipsos (Market Research) Ltd, a London-based SME, was awarded the contract, indicating that businesses with expertise in market research are well-suited to compete in such tenders.

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Library Engagement

DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

7th January 2025 16:53:16 PM
Contract Summary

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) requires a supplier to provide research into the use of and engagement with libraries.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-b5fd17-67e4879e-b9c9-4b67-97fc-92a775352e66

Publication Source

Contracts Finder

Procurement Stage

Award

Procurement Method

Selective

Procurement Method Details

Call-off From A Framework Agreement

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

SME VCSE

Framework / DPS

Framework
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

73000000

CPV Division(s)

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
Awarding Authority

DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT

Buyer Name

DCMS Commercial

Buyer Email

commercial@dcms.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

100 Parliament Street

LONDON

SW1A2BQ

England
Awarded Supplier(s)

Supplier Name(s)

IPSOS (MARKET RESEARCH ) LTD

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Library Engagement

DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT

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