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Spiking Research Commission

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09 Jul 2025 at 08:10

Summary of the contracting process

The "Spiking Research Commission" contract, managed by the Home Office, has reached the award stage. Catering to the research and development sector, this procurement process had the University of Birmingham as the supplier. This contract, valued at £47,148, involves a selective procurement method through a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The work will span from 7th July 2025 to 6th March 2026, and covers multiple locations, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The tender period concluded on 12th June 2025. The Home Office, located in London, ensures that research and consultancy services meet their strategic goals through such partnerships.

This adjudicated contract presents significant opportunities for large-scale enterprises and universities with strong capabilities in research and development services. The engagement with prestigious entities like the Home Office offers substantial visibility and a solidified reputation in the public sector. Businesses focusing on international research collaborations, especially those not limited to SMEs or VCSEs, would find projects like this aligned with their strategic interests and expansion objectives. Overall, this procurement is an impactful opportunity for organisations looking to assert their expertise in delivering quality research and consultancy services across diverse regions.

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Notice Title

Spiking Research Commission

Notice Description

Spiking Research Commission Contract

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-bc1eb269-3091-408f-912d-508e0ac109e8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0ff9f1ca-7b54-4b08-a5c1-30063c7acb31
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
£47,148 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£47,148 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
6 Jul 2025 - 6 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
HOME OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1 4DP
Post Town
Not specified
Country
Not specified

Major Region (ITL 1)
Not specified
Basic Region (ITL 2)
Not specified
Small Region (ITL 3)
Not specified
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Not specified
Electoral Ward
Not specified
Westminster Constituency
Not specified

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

Further Information

Notice Documents

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