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Public Attitudes Research

DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT

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26 Jan 2026 at 10:34

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has concluded an award process for the procurement of "Public Attitudes Research" to support the BBC Charter review. Classified under "Research and development services and related consultancy services" (CPV: 73000000), this selective process was conducted as a call-off from a framework agreement. The supplier, Alma Economics, has been awarded the contract with a value of £157,683. The contract period commenced on 15th December 2025 and will run until 16th March 2026, with the project located in London, England. The award was published on 26th January 2026, marking the procurement stage as complete.

This tender offers a valuable opportunity for businesses in the research and consulting industry, particularly those experienced in providing services to government bodies or specialising in media and cultural research. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) with relevant expertise are well-positioned to benefit from such public procurement tenders. Engaging in government contracts can facilitate business growth through stable revenue, enhanced credibility, and expansive networking opportunities. While this specific contract has been awarded, similar upcoming opportunities may arise, providing a fertile ground for businesses aiming to expand their government sector portfolio.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Public Attitudes Research

Notice Description

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) requires a supplier to provide research for the BBC Charter review.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-941c37ad-33a1-4dcb-95e0-7542108c1933
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/21161f40-acb7-429c-b296-ebe490d8dc27
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£157,683 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£157,683 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jan 20264 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
24 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
15 Dec 2025 - 16 Mar 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 CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2BQ
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

ALMA ECONOMICS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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