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Data Use and Access Research

DSIT

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19 Dec 2025 at 15:50

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process titled "Data Use and Access Research" was conducted by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) in London, United Kingdom. This procurement falls under the computer-related professional services category and involves evaluating the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003. The tender process utilised a selective procurement method, specifically as a call-off from a framework agreement. With a total value of £149,050, the contract period spans from 19th December 2025 to 31st March 2026. The tender status is classified as "complete," with the award phase taking place on 19th December 2025.

This tender presents a notable opportunity for businesses engaged in computer-related professional services, particularly those with expertise in data protection and privacy regulation analysis. Though not explicitly suited for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), larger firms equipped to perform comprehensive research, conduct interviews, and produce evaluation reports would find ample opportunities for business growth. By participating in such government-led research projects, businesses can enhance their professional reputation and expand their portfolio in the public sector, positioning themselves as leaders in legislative analysis and data protection consultancy.

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Notice Title

Data Use and Access Research

Notice Description

A research project to evaluate the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (DUAA) and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (PECR). The project involves both compiling existing evidence, (literature reviews, and quantitative analysis) and novel research (interviews) to baseline the impact of DUAA's data protection reforms, and to conduct a post-implementation review of PECR. Outputs will be evaluation reports, Post Implementation Review, interview summaries, metrics for ongoing monitoring, and recommendations for future research.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9695946b-ef8e-497a-9e5f-23f409fbc169
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee2db38e-f157-47b4-a153-40362ba59963
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72590000 - Computer-related professional services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£149,050 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£149,050 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
19 Dec 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
DSIT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E1W 1YW
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
St Katharine's & Wapping
Westminster Constituency
Poplar and Limehouse

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

IPSOS MARKET RESEARCH

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