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SCI Regulatory Economist 2026- Subsidy Controls

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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20 Apr 2026 at 09:28

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "SCI Regulatory Economist 2026- Subsidy Controls" contract has successfully reached the award stage. Initiated by a tender, the Department for Transport (DfTc) facilitated this selective procurement method, issuing a call-off from a framework agreement. The awarded contract commences on 15 April 2026 and concludes on 30 October 2027, with a value of £300,000. The procurement falls under the industry category of technical services and is intended for a wide array of locations, including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the Rest of the World. Key dates in the procurement timeline include the tender period ending on 27 March 2026 and the award publication date on 20 April 2026.

This contract presents distinct opportunities for SMEs and VCSEs interested in delivering technical services related to subsidy controls. With DfTc as the buyer, businesses specializing in regulatory economics and with capabilities to engage in call-off services from framework agreements stand to benefit. Oxera Consulting LLP, a large enterprise, has been successfully awarded this contract, demonstrating the potential for businesses of varying scales to engage. Organisations equipped to offer expertise in this field across diverse international regions can leverage this opportunity to expand their service offerings and fortify their market presence in collaboration with governmental departments.

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Notice Title

SCI Regulatory Economist 2026- Subsidy Controls

Notice Description

SCI Regulatory Economist 2026- Subsidy Controls

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c2179660-daad-46f3-a9d7-1581dfd96662
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71356000 - Technical 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
20 Apr 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
27 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
14 Apr 2026 - 30 Oct 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
DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

OXERA CONSULTING

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