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API Development at DfT- User Research

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport (DfT), based in London, England, has concluded a procurement process for "API Development at DfT- User Research." This procurement project falls under the industry category of market research services with additional emphasis on economic research. The procurement method used was selective, conducted as a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The contract, valued at £93,219, spans from 27th October 2025 to 28th February 2026, and involves delivery across various locations including the United Kingdom, Europe, and other global regions. The procurement status is complete, with the award being published on 6th November 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the market research services sector, particularly those specialising in API development and user research. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) were deemed suitable for this tender, indicating opportunities for diverse business types. Public Group International Limited, a large-scale supplier based in London, was awarded the contract, showcasing an opportunity for businesses with the scale and capability to compete in this dynamic environment. This contract highlights the potential for growth and visibility in collaborating with a major government department like the DfT.

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Notice Title

API Development at DfT- User Research

Notice Description

the provision of API Development at the Department for Transport- User Research

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6ce2ba83-de3a-4b24-bf9c-1a042bd211d7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b065c1bd-0940-4015-9b0c-66e2d85c7bc0
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79310000 - Market research services

79311400 - Economic research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£93,219 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£93,219 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Oct 20253 months ago
Contract Period
27 Oct 2025 - 28 Feb 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
DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
rory.morgan@dft.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DR
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
Vincent Square
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PUBLIC GROUP INTERNATIONAL

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