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Observational/ethnographic research in relation to consumers' use of unit pricing when shopping for groceries: (a) in-store and (b) online

COMPETITION & MARKETS AUTHORITY

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22 Aug 2023 at 16:25

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07 Jul 2023 at 10:22

Summary of the contracting process

The Competition & Markets Authority has completed a tender process for observational/ethnographic research related to consumers' use of unit pricing when shopping for groceries, both in-store and online. The procurement method used was selective, calling off from a framework agreement. The contract period is from June 8, 2023, to December 31, 2023. The total value of the tender is £69,455. The location for the delivery is in London, United Kingdom.

This tender offers opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the services industry. Businesses specializing in research services, particularly market research, would be well-suited to participate. The Competition & Markets Authority based in London is the buying organisation behind this procurement. The procurement stage has already reached the award phase, with the contract active since June 9, 2023.

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Notice Title

Observational/ethnographic research in relation to consumers' use of unit pricing when shopping for groceries: (a) in-store and (b) online

Notice Description

Observational/ethnographic research in relation to consumers' use of unit pricing when shopping for groceries: (a) in-store and (b) online.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c1e17eec-e909-4c14-aa13-76d366ecb645
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d32865a9-1646-4cb2-b894-949298f081df
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
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

79310000 - Market research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£69,455 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£69,455 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Aug 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 May 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Jun 20232 years ago
Contract Period
7 Jun 2023 - 31 Dec 2023 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
COMPETITION & MARKETS AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercial@cma.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E14 4QZ
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Canary Wharf
Westminster Constituency
Poplar and Limehouse

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BASIS SOCIAL

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