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Systematic review of the Impacts of Digital Media con_30910

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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25 Mar 2026 at 13:23

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education has concluded the award stage of a procurement process with a tender titled "Systematic review of the Impacts of Digital Media con_30910." This project falls under the research and development services category, specifically targeting consultancy services to assess the effects of digital media on various aspects of health, wellbeing, and educational outcomes for young individuals. The procurement utilised a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement, suggesting targeted solicitation of bids. Initially, the tender period ended on 11th January 2026, with the contract running from 3rd March 2026 to 28th February 2027. The geographical scope is extensive, covering the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom.

This tender represents an opportunity for businesses engaged in research and consultancy services, particularly those concentrating on social, behavioural, and developmental research fields. The systematic review can foster business growth for organisations adept in digital media analysis and its impacts on health and education sectors. Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) or those in the Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprise (VCSE) sectors are particularly suitable to respond to such opportunities. Awarded to The University of Birmingham, this contract reflects prospects for entities capable of delivering comprehensive and methodical evaluations aligning with governmental research demands.

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Notice Title

Systematic review of the Impacts of Digital Media con_30910

Notice Description

T deliver a systematic review of evidence on the impacts of digital media on health (physical and mental), wellbeing, developmental (Social, Emotional, Behavioural, Physical, Communication and Cognitive) and educational and social outcomes in children and young people from birth to 25 years.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f44ea2da-e9e1-442e-a028-93ee3fb987e6
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£138,957 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£138,957 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
11 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
9 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2027 6-12 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
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON,
Postcode
SW1P 3BT
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

THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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