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Full-Scale Baseline Household Survey

DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE

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01 Dec 2025 at 13:50

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Full-Scale Baseline Household Survey" has been completed, with the contract awarded to I.F.F Research Limited. Commissioned by the Office for Product Safety and Standards under the Department for Business and Trade, this project aims to gather comprehensive data on regulated products in UK households, aiding policy and consumer protection measures. This selective procurement was conducted through a call-off from the Research Collaboration Network Framework: Lot 3. The award was formalised on 20th November 2025, with the contract period spanning from 24th November 2025 to 22nd May 2026. The survey will be carried out in London, United Kingdom, within the research and development industry category (CPV: 73300000), reflecting a contract value of £154,950.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, especially for SMEs capable of providing specialised research and development services. By participating in such projects, businesses can enhance their portfolio in data collection and evidence-based research, pivotal to shaping national policies. Companies that specialise in household surveys or have expertise in product safety assessments are well-suited to explore similar opportunities, leveraging framework agreements for future procurement activities. The Department for Business and Trade facilitates such contracts, ensuring a robust evidence base to influence regulatory strategies, thus offering prospects for businesses engaged in research innovation and consumer safety solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Full-Scale Baseline Household Survey

Notice Description

The Full-Scale Baseline Household Survey (FSBHS) contract has been awarded to deliver a comprehensive research project commissioned by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) under the Department for Business and Trade. The survey aims to collect robust, nationally representative data on the prevalence of OPSS-regulated products within UK households, strengthening the evidence base for policy development, enforcement, and consumer protection. This procurement was conducted under PS22407 - Research Collaboration Network Framework: Lot 3. Term: 6 months (with an optional 2-month extension)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b45c2b22-871a-43f1-b532-8d55e684189f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f621ed98-40a7-4b85-abec-dcbbceadab14
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£154,950 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£154,950 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
24 Nov 2025 - 22 May 2026 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
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2DY
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
TLI London
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

I.F.F RESEARCH

Further Information

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