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DBT Research: Econometrics Call Off Contract

DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE

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23 Dec 2025 at 10:53

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Business and Trade, based in London, has completed a public procurement process for the project titled "DBT Research: Econometrics Call Off Contract". This undertaking involves research and development services with a focus on econometrics, productivity, economic growth, and trade themes. The procurement method followed was a selective call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The tender is classified under the CPV code 73000000 (Research and development services and related consultancy services). With a contract period from 12th December 2025 to 11th December 2026, this contract covers various regions, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, and the United Kingdom, among others. The total value of the contract is £4,500,000.

Opportunities from this tender are particularly beneficial for businesses engaged in research and development consultancy services. Companies that specialize in quantitative and qualitative research methods, especially those suited for econometrics and digital trade, will find this project advantageous for business growth. SMEs are considered suitable for this type of tendering process. The awarded contract was given to ICF Consulting Services Limited, a large-scale supplier, indicating the scope and scale of work expected. The focus on diverse economic and trade themes provides a solid foundation for businesses that are looking to expand their capabilities and enter new markets.

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Notice Title

DBT Research: Econometrics Call Off Contract

Notice Description

The scope of this contract will encompass both business and trade themes, including but not limited to productivity and economic growth, exporting and export promotion, supply chains, foreign direct investment and digital trade. It will cover quantitative approaches, particularly econometrics and modelling with the option to include qualitative approaches to support, covering but not limited to case studies, focus groups and interviews.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5201f856-83d2-4903-b1b8-adaf8de56fae
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
Awardee Scale
Large

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

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

73110000 - Research services

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

79300000 - Market and economic research; polling and statistics

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£4,500,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
12 Dec 2025 - 11 Dec 2026 6-12 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
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercialresearchandconsultancy@businessandtrade.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2DY
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
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ICF CONSULTING SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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