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Provision of Equality (Race & Disability) Bill - Consultation Analysis

CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE

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Summary of the contracting process

The Crown Commercial Service, acting on behalf of the Cabinet Office, has completed a procurement process for the "Provision of Equality (Race & Disability) Bill - Consultation Analysis". This tender, classified under the CPV code 73110000 for research services, covered the regions of the United Kingdom, Isle of Man, Guernsey, and Jersey. It aimed to procure comprehensive analysis of responses to a consultation survey crucial for policy development of the said Bill. The procurement was executed through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The tender process concluded on 22 January 2025, with the contract running from 11 April to 27 September 2025, valued at £68,700 GBP. The award was granted to Explain Market Research Limited, suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), on 9 April 2025, marking its status as active.

This procurement presents significant growth opportunities for businesses proficient in research services, notably those registered as SMEs. The focus on policy development analysis for the Equality (Race & Disability) Bill allows businesses specialising in social policy analysis and consultancy to leverage their expertise. Given the project's scope across multiple regions, companies with experience in navigating diverse geographic and demographic data may find this particularly advantageous. Participation in such contracts not only enhances reputation in governmental consultancy services but also expands networks, leading to potential future collaborations and contracts within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Equality (Race & Disability) Bill - Consultation Analysis

Notice Description

To procure robust analysis of the responses to the consultation survey for the Equality (Race & Disability) Bill. This is an important piece of analysis, which will be used inform ongoing policy development of the Bill.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a8e7cf62-7263-471d-b9e2-792cf54e035b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0917523e-55dc-400f-994e-f6bf29adf82b
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

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£68,700 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£68,700 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
10 Apr 2025 - 27 Sep 2025 1-6 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
CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE
Contact Name
Crown Commercial Service on behalf of Cabinet Office : Cabinet Office
Contact Email
supplier@crowncommercial.gov.uk
Contact Phone
3450103503

Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 9PP
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
City Centre North
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EXPLAIN MARKET RESEARCH

Further Information

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