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PS25272 - RAF034/2526 - Cooling Adaptations research

DESNZ

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19 Nov 2025 at 14:18

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "PS25272 - RAF034/2526 - Cooling Adaptations research" has reached its award stage. Conducted by DESNZ, the competitive process involves research services in the field of cooling adaptations, located in London, United Kingdom. The procurement, categorised under industry codes for research and market research services, was completed using a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period concluded on 29th October 2025, and the contract was awarded on 6th November 2025, with the contract period running until 31st March 2026. The total value of the contract is £129,745.75.

This award notice presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in behavioural science and research services. SMEs, in particular, would have been well-suited to compete in this tender due to the suitability requirements specified. The procurement by DESNZ, facilitated by UK Shared Business Services Ltd, highlights the importance of framework agreements in the industry, allowing smaller enterprises to engage in substantial public sector contracts. Verian Group UK Ltd, the awarded supplier, exemplifies the potential for SMEs to secure significant contracts and expand their footprint in providing innovative research solutions.

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Notice Title

PS25272 - RAF034/2526 - Cooling Adaptations research

Notice Description

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a competitive procurement exercise. DESNZ had a requirement for the provision of RAF034/2526 - Cooling Adaptations research via Behavioural Science Framework Lot 2.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7f5baa90-b5fd-4470-9655-be55fcfac419
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0094d4b1-e5f8-4888-8024-86a4c70cf8a0
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

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


CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

79310000 - Market research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£129,745 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£129,745 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
29 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
6 Nov 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

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
TLI London

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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