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Harms Data Question Development

DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE

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07 Nov 2025 at 15:37

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Summary of the contracting process

The "Harms Data Question Development" procurement process, overseen by the Department for Business and Trade, falls under the category of Research Services with a CPV classification of 73110000. This initiative focuses on assessing the feasibility of a concise questionnaire aimed at collecting Harms Data, which includes vital information on injuries and their consequences. The project is located in West Midlands, United Kingdom, with a postal code of B30 1NY. The procurement process, identified by tender ID "tender_492236/1530192," was executed through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender phase concluded on 25th September 2025, and the contract was awarded on 5th November 2025. This contract commenced on 6th November 2025 and is set to end on 6th April 2026, with a potential 8-week extension at the buyer's discretion. The total contract value is £50,000.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for SMEs and VCSEs specialising in research services as it engages in the creation of a key tool for data collection in public safety. The Department for Business and Trade, with its legal seat in London, values collaborative partnerships and ensures that businesses aligned with its strategic needs have the potential for repeat business and stronger engagement in public sector procurements. Additionally, the Centre for Strategy & Evaluation Services LLP was awarded the contract, demonstrating a preference for entities possessing robust evaluation capabilities and expertise in questionnaire development. Companies that can offer innovative research solutions and have experience in data analysis would be well-positioned to compete in similar future opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Harms Data Question Development

Notice Description

This project aims to help the Office of Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) assess the feasibility of creating a concise, yet effective questionnaire for the collection of Harms Data. Harms Data encompasses information about injuries, their causes, and the resulting consequences, including both fatal and non-fatal outcomes. In addition to the initial 21 week term (contract end date - 06/04/26), an optional 8-week contract extension may be exercised solely at the discretion of the Buyer.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-87045c80-b9db-424c-aa26-143631948961
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/844b0264-dfed-42fc-bcc6-2f7d03af7a75
Current Stage
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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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
6 Nov 2025 - 6 Apr 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
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2EG
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
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CENTRE FOR STRATEGY & EVALUATION SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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