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102135 - Rapid Evidence Assessment of Loot Boxes and Microtransactions in Video Games

DEPARTMENT FOR DIGITAL, CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT

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08 Feb 2021 at 18:30

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport focuses on a project titled "102135 - Rapid Evidence Assessment of Loot Boxes and Microtransactions in Video Games." This call for evidence aims to assess the impact of loot boxes and microtransactions within the gaming industry, particularly concerning consumer protection and business innovation. The contract is classified under research and development services, with a total value of £40,000. The tender period concluded on 11 January 2021, while the contract duration spans from 22 January 2021 to 31 March 2021. The successful supplier for this project is InGAME, Abertay University, based in Dundee, UK.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses, especially those specialising in research consultancy and analysis within the gaming sector, to expand their reach. Companies engaged in evaluating consumer behaviour, regulatory impacts, and market dynamics related to digital gaming would find this contract particularly relevant. As it promotes evidence-based assessments and strategic recommendations, firms with expertise in consumer welfare and regulatory compliance are well-suited to develop innovative solutions that align with the objectives of the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport.

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Notice Title

102135 - Rapid Evidence Assessment of Loot Boxes and Microtransactions in Video Games

Notice Description

The call for evidence will examine a range of issues including the size and variation of the market, the design of mechanisms, the context in terms of other types of in-game spending, the impact on consumers and particularly young people including links to problem gambling, and the effectiveness of the current statutory and voluntary regulation. The rapid evidence assessment specified in this Invitation to Tender will produce a literature review to support the public call for evidence, making a vital contribution to our analysis of loot boxes and wider microtransactions, and help us develop an effective and proportionate response that represents the best outcome for DCMS's aims. These are: protecting consumers - particularly children - and promoting business growth and innovation.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5ba18b32-5d0d-4def-876c-931b06274a3c
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
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
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Feb 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Jan 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Jan 20215 years ago
Contract Period
22 Jan 2021 - 31 Mar 2021 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
DEPARTMENT FOR DIGITAL, CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2BQ
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

INGAME, ABERTAY UNIVERSITY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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