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National Youth Strategy Development - Youth engagement, Co-production & Research

DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT

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03 Mar 2025 at 16:19

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has completed the tender process for the development of the new National Youth Strategy, focusing on youth engagement, co-production, and research. This procurement, categorized under Research and development services and related consultancy services (CPV: 73000000), was conducted using a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement. Located in London, with delivery addresses in SW1A 2BQ, the awarded contract commenced on 3rd February 2025 and is set to conclude by 31st July 2025. The total value of this contract is £282,395, with the award being published on 3rd March 2025.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in research and consultancy services, particularly those that are SMEs or VCSEs, as the procurement process indicates suitability for these types of organisations. Companies specializing in research, youth engagement, and strategy development can leverage this contract to expand their portfolio and enhance their market presence, benefiting from the strategic collaboration with DCMS. The successful bidder, Savanta Group Ltd, exemplifies the potential for large-scale organisations to be awarded significant public sector contracts.

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Notice Title

National Youth Strategy Development - Youth engagement, Co-production & Research

Notice Description

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) requires a supplier to provide research into the development of the new National Youth Strategy.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9610e879-6da9-42be-8825-cf19bf30ff84
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/052dc64b-4e51-41d0-8bea-c6bd6936daa4
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
Large

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
£282,395 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£282,395 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
3 Feb 2025 - 31 Jul 2025 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
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

SAVANTA GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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