Tender

CON-18-097 High Cost Credit - Rent to Own Consumer Research

FINANCIAL CONDUCT AUTHORITY

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Tender

06 Jul 2018 at 12:06

Summary of the contracting process

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is currently conducting a tender, titled "CON-18-097 High Cost Credit - Rent to Own Consumer Research," aimed at obtaining quantitative research on consumers using rent-to-own services. This procurement falls within the services sector, specifically classified under survey conduction services, with a contract value of £175,000 and a minimum threshold of £100,000. The procurement method employed is an open procedure. The tender period is set to conclude on 19th July 2018, while the actual contract is expected to commence on 26th July 2018, running until 26th September 2018. The locations relevant to the services encompass various regions, including the United Kingdom and additional territories like the British Overseas Territories and the Channel Islands.

This tender presents a robust opportunity for market expansion, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs) skilled in conducting consumer research. Companies that have experience in qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, specifically in the consumer finance sector, would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging with the key stakeholders within this research can also facilitate valuable insights that would benefit businesses aiming to innovate and tailor their offerings in a competitive market.

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Notice Title

CON-18-097 High Cost Credit - Rent to Own Consumer Research

Notice Description

The FCA is looking for a supplier to conduct a quantitative research study of consumers who have recently used or applied to use rent-to-own (RTO) services. The purpose of this research is to explore consumers' use, experience and understanding of these products and compare outcomes for consumers who have been accepted or declined for RTO services. Additional information: Full details regarding this opportunity are available on the FCA's eTendering site hosted by Bravo Solutions. You must register with Bravo to access the documentation and submit a tender.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a20d3991-12cc-4e21-81ca-41e389c83143
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e75441de-de1a-457c-bade-61506ecde2b2
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79311200 - Survey conduction services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£175,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jul 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Jul 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
25 Jul 2018 - 26 Sep 2018 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FINANCIAL CONDUCT AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JN
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Further Information

Notice Documents

Notice URLs

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