Award

Secondary Irregular Migration to the UK

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19 Dec 2025 at 15:21

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, led by the Home Office, involves a contract award for research consultancy services under the title "Secondary Irregular Migration to the UK". This contract falls within the services category, specifically focusing on research on irregular migration patterns. The procurement, conducted through a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement, was completed on 19th December 2025. The contract period spans from 19th December 2025 to 31st March 2026, and the project is located in London, United Kingdom. The award stage was finalised on 11th December 2025, with an award value of £300,000. The tender was particularly suitable for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs).

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research consultancy, particularly those with expertise in migration studies. The contract presents growth potential for SMEs operating within this niche, enabling them to contribute to government projects and expand their portfolio. With the Home Office as a reliable contracting authority, businesses in this sector can leverage the opportunity to enhance their industry standing and potentially explore future collaborations on similar projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Secondary Irregular Migration to the UK

Notice Description

Contract award notice for research services on secondary irregular migration to the UK.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6c01bbcd-dcb0-44a7-8850-46bf21aa58ef
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16df7a9e-f816-46a1-a246-ff26ec86bb06
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

73210000 - Research consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
19 Dec 2025 - 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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HOME OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
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
TLI London
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ARK GROUP DMCC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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