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International Research Call Off Contract

DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE

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04 Sep 2024 at 13:23

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for International Trade has awarded a research call-off contract titled "International Research Call Off Contract" under the category of research services (CPV: 73110000). This contract, valued at £1,000,000 with a potential maximum of £3,000,000, aims to commission research projects on international themes to inform departmental policy objectives. The contract spans several locations, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The procurement method utilised was selective, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. This tender has progressed to the award stage, with the contract period commencing on 7th August 2024 and concluding on the same day. The procurement process was finalised on 22nd March 2024.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research services, particularly those with a capacity to engage in international projects. While SMEs and VCSEs might not be the prime candidates due to suitability criteria, large-scale research firms with established capabilities in comprehensive, policy-driven studies would find this contract highly beneficial. Engaging in this contract enables businesses to build credentials and establish strong working relationships with a prominent governmental organisation, thereby positioning themselves for future opportunities in similar high-value procurement processes.

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Notice Title

International Research Call Off Contract

Notice Description

The procurement of a research call-off contract, through which it can commission research projects on international themes to inform the Department's policy objectives

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-99da11da-a511-42c6-b878-14b9ac01e322
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/55cd0aef-b314-4d96-bcba-224737927af0
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Mar 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Aug 20241 years ago
Contract Period
6 Aug 2024 - 7 Aug 2024 24 hours
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 INTERNATIONAL TRADE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2DY
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

IPSOS (MARKET RESEARCH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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