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Quantitative Research Agency to inform Communications

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

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18 Jun 2025 at 15:11

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Justice is seeking to engage a quantitative research agency to assist in developing government campaigns and strategic communications. This procurement falls under the industry category of market and social research services and encompasses various locations, including the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories. The procurement process, awarded on 18 June 2025, was conducted using a selective method, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The tender, valued at £750,000, had its tender period conclude on 31 March 2025, with the contract set to run from 18 June 2025 to 15 June 2029. This contract award signifies the transition to the award stage, demonstrating a completed procurement process. Verian Group UK Limited was awarded the contract, marking them as the active supplier for this engagement.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in market and social research, particularly those capable of quantitative analysis. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) could find this contract particularly appealing given its suitability for such organisations. With a focus on supporting government communications, this project offers potential growth for businesses specialised in research services, looking to expand or initiate relationships within governmental sectors. Engaging in such a project could provide a solid platform for broadening expertise and enhancing a company's portfolio in the public sector.

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Notice Title

Quantitative Research Agency to inform Communications

Notice Description

Requirement for Quantitative research agency to carry out projects to support the development of Government campaigns and strategic communications work.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-987a4a2a-a660-476f-a739-ec86973a8744
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/237e30e1-eb35-4fb6-aa7b-70a90055fb9c
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79310000 - Market research services

79315000 - Social research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£750,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£750,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
17 Jun 2025 - 15 Jun 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF JUSTICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS1 4AP
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Hunslet & Riverside
Westminster Constituency
Leeds South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VERIAN GROUP

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