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Perpetrator Deep Dive - E2EE

OFCOM

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27 Jan 2025 at 10:20

Summary of the contracting process

Ofcom, located in London, has commissioned a research project titled "Perpetrator Deep Dive - E2EE" under the industry category of research consultancy services (CPV code 73210000). This project aims to understand child sexual abuse perpetrator behaviour in end-to-end encrypted environments to aid in the development of measures under the Online Safety Regime. The procurement stage is currently at the award phase, with the contract awarded on 4th September 2024 and scheduled to run from 9th September 2024 to 13th January 2025. The total contract value is £50,000 GBP.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialised in research consultancy, particularly those with expertise in online safety and digital environments. The project is well-suited for SMEs and VCSEs (Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises) looking to expand their portfolio in collaboration with a high-profile regulator like Ofcom. Engaging in this research project will not only enhance the participating business's credibility but also provide a strong foundation for future contracts in related domains.

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Notice Title

Perpetrator Deep Dive - E2EE

Notice Description

Commissioning of a research project with the aim to gather an understanding of child sexual abuse (CSA) perpetrator behaviour in end-to-end encrypted environments (E2EE). The research will be crucial in furthering Ofcom's understanding of the landscape of the harm and accurately develop measures under the Online Safety Regime.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a6deb685-ad56-4c47-a733-9deef80725f2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7036e964-d05d-45b3-8b73-b601c0fb756e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73210000 - Research consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
8 Sep 2024 - 13 Jan 2025 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
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
Borough & Bankside
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CHILD RESCUE COALITION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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