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PARLIAMENTARY MEMBERS RESEARCH 2025

THE ELECTORAL COMMISSION

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18 Aug 2025 at 14:18

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "Parliamentary Members Research 2025" was conducted by The Electoral Commission, located at 3 Bunhill Row, London, England. The tender falls under the industry category of Research and development services and related consultancy services (CPV: 73000000). This tender utilised a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The process reached the award stage, with Savanta Group Limited being the successful supplier. The contract, valued at £40,000, started on 7th August 2025 and will end on 1st March 2026. The submission deadline for this tender was 23rd June 2025, and it is focused on services suitable for SMEs.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses with expertise in research and consultancy services, particularly those that can provide insights into parliamentary engagement with the Electoral Commission. SMEs in the field of research services are encouraged to take note of such opportunities, especially those familiar with framework agreements and working closely with public sector bodies. The project aims to enhance the understanding and support offered by the Electoral Commission to Parliamentarians, meaning businesses with experience or existing relationships within governmental or public sectors would be well-suited to contribute to and benefit from this initiative.

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Notice Title

PARLIAMENTARY MEMBERS RESEARCH 2025

Notice Description

The purpose of this project is to measure Parliamentarians' knowledge and understanding of the Electoral Commission's role and remit, and awareness of the support it offers; their engagement and satisfaction with the Electoral Commission; and identify gaps in our support and the ways in which we can increase and improve it.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e6bececa-a6b9-43c9-b6a4-fa6145e474cc
Current Stage
Award
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
Awardee Scale
SME

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
18 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
6 Aug 2025 - 1 Mar 2026 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
THE ELECTORAL COMMISSION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC1Y 8YZ
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI43 Haringey and Islington
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Islington
Electoral Ward
Bunhill
Westminster Constituency
Islington South and Finsbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SAVANTA GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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