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Political Disinformation in the 'Year of Elections'

OFCOM

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10 Apr 2024 at 12:39

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Summary of the contracting process

The contract has been awarded by OFCOM for the procurement titled "Political Disinformation in the 'Year of Elections'". This procurement falls under the services category, specifically market research services. The contract value is £108,683 GBP, and the procurement method used was a direct approach through a Single Tender Action (below threshold). The procurement started on 6th March 2024, with a tender period ending on the same day. The contract period is from 19th March 2024 to 29th November 2024. The buying organisation, OFCOM, is located in London, United Kingdom.

This contract opportunity is open to SMEs and VCSEs, offering a chance to deliver a programme aimed at educating young people on identifying mis and disinformation related to democracy and elections. Businesses in the services industry with expertise in market research and content delivery are well-suited to compete. OFCOM is keen on engaging suppliers who can reach young people in financial disadvantage effectively. This tender provides a focused opportunity for businesses to contribute to a significant societal issue through innovative educational initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Political Disinformation in the 'Year of Elections'

Notice Description

Ofcom have identified a gap in supporting young people to identify mis and disinformation relating to democracy and the electoral process in the run up to the next general election. We require delivery of a programme of work that will better equip young people to identify mis and disinformation in relation to the election process. We are particularly interested in reaching young people living in financial disadvantage. DELIVERABLES Delivery of a mis and disinformation programme aimed at young people. - Plan activity - Produce relevant content and/or assets - Delivery of activities - Evaluation report

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a6662ee8-82cb-4209-b38d-cfe5547292fe
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3909f031-fdcd-4e19-8d85-e2bc0ddf9f60
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£108,683 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£108,683 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Apr 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Mar 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Mar 20241 years ago
Contract Period
19 Mar 2024 - 29 Nov 2024 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OFCOM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 9HA
Post Town
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
Borough & Bankside
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SHOUT OUT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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