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PS25332 - The Economic Impact of Equal Opportunities in Tech Research

DSIT

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29 Jan 2026 at 14:24

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) has concluded a procurement process for a research project titled "PS25332 - The Economic Impact of Equal Opportunities in Tech Research." This project was procured under the Crown Commercial Services RM6126 Research & Insights DPS. The procurement method was a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, using a selective process. ALMA ECONOMICS LIMITED, identified as a supplier, has been awarded the contract valued at £66,000. The project, which involves research and related consultancy services, is classified under the CPV code 73000000. The contract began on 26th January 2026 and will end on 31st March 2026, covering various locations including the UK and international territories.

This tender presents lucrative opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in research and development services, particularly those focusing on diversity impact assessments in the technology sector. Businesses with a strong track record in research consultancy and an interest in promoting diversity within tech industries would find this contract beneficial for growth. The award to ALMA ECONOMICS LIMITED underscores the active role SMEs can play in high-impact research initiatives spearheaded by public sector organisations like DSIT. This procurement represents a strategic collaboration with the potential to drive diversification and inclusivity forward in tech, aligning with current governmental priorities.

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Notice Title

PS25332 - The Economic Impact of Equal Opportunities in Tech Research

Notice Description

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a mini competition under the Crown Commercial Services RM6126 Research & Insights DPS Brief Description of Requirement Research project to establish the economic impact of diversity in the tech sector

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-98b8120d-7eba-4889-b456-2d87fd528237
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d64a6719-45aa-4019-8ea1-4bf7c7688cf7
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
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£66,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
26 Jan 2026 - 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
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1LF
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ALMA ECONOMICS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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