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GB-Bristol: Heartbeat Survey

BIP SOLUTIONS LIMITED

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17 Oct 2025 at 11:41

Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process involved BIP Solutions Limited, acting as the buying organisation for a contract titled "GB-Bristol: Heartbeat Survey." Focused on the industry category of survey services, the contract pertains to delivering Heartbeat Surveys that provide insights into student experiences at higher education providers in England. Located in the South West region of the United Kingdom, the procurement has reached the award stage, with the contract being awarded to Savanta Group Ltd on 19th September 2025. The contract period extends from 22nd September 2025 to 21st September 2027, with the total value amounting to £109,500. Although specific procurement method details remain undisclosed, it was initiated under a tender process via the PRN2241 OfS Framework for Polling and Opinion Research.

This tender presents business growth opportunities for large-scale service providers specialising in survey and opinion research services. With a two-year duration and substantial contract value, such businesses can establish or expand their presence in the education sector through consistent engagements with higher education providers. Although not specifically targeting SMEs or VCSEs, the tender offers a lucrative avenue for larger firms like Savanta Group Ltd to leverage their expertise and capacity in delivering comprehensive survey analysis that influences academic policies and enhances student experiences across England.

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Notice Title

GB-Bristol: Heartbeat Survey

Notice Description

Delivery of Heartbeat Surveys to provide rapid regular insights into student experiences at higher education providers in England. Additional information: call off contract from PRN2241 OfS Framework for Polling and Opinion Research

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6b74152b-5a74-4f3f-8346-0fa266a216bb
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6fc20b3d-9116-4623-a64a-46642d6299eb
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - Not Disclosed
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79311000 - Survey services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£109,500 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£109,500 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
21 Sep 2025 - 21 Sep 2027 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
BIP SOLUTIONS LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS34 8SR
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Gifford
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SAVANTA GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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