Award

RAF067/2324 PS24030 - Experiences of Community Benefit Funds

DESNZ

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Award

17 Feb 2026 at 11:34

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "RAF067/2324 PS24030 - Experiences of Community Benefit Funds" has been awarded by DESNZ, located in Swindon, England, as part of the Behavioural Science Call-off Framework. This procurement focuses on research and development services and related consultancy, with a particular emphasis on qualitative research exploring Community Benefit Funds. The contract, awarded to Verian Group UK Ltd, will operate across various regions including British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The procurement method was selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement, with the contract period starting on 17th February 2026 and ending on 31st March 2026. The award notice was published on 17th February 2026, confirming the contract's value at £49,881.

This tender represents significant business growth opportunities for SMEs specialising in research and consultancy services. Businesses capable of performing community-focused qualitative research will find this contract advantageous, as the service provision aligns with industry classification 73000000 — Research and development services and related consultancy services. The structured nature of the call-off framework presents a streamlined path for eligible small and medium enterprises to engage in governmental research initiatives, thereby expanding their portfolio and reinforcing their expertise in behavioural sciences and public sector projects.

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Notice Title

RAF067/2324 PS24030 - Experiences of Community Benefit Funds

Notice Description

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded as a direct award under the Behavioural Science Call-off Framework - RAF067/2324 - PS24030 This project will deliver qualitative research through community-focused conversations to understand the experiences, perceptions, and impacts of Community Benefit Funds (CBFs).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6bca0233-8938-4eb1-a377-4f2872578298
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9dd206b5-8edc-4549-be80-b243746b3893
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
SME

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£49,881 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
17 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 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
DESNZ
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FF
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VERIAN GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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