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PS26126 - Evaluation of the economy, efficiency and effectiveness of fees for postgraduate research training

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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09 Jul 2026 at 10:14

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the tender titled "PS26126 - Evaluation of the economy, efficiency and effectiveness of fees for postgraduate research training," was conducted by UK Shared Business Services Limited, based in Swindon, England. Categorised under research and development services, this procurement was part of a selective method involving a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system (GCA RM6126 Research & Insights DPS). The process, marked as complete, reached the award stage on 7th July 2026, with the associated notice published on 9th July 2026. The award was given to SQW Limited, to be carried out from 13th July 2026 to 26th February 2027, with the project primarily located in the United Kingdom.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses operating in the research and development consultancy sector. It is particularly beneficial for firms specialising in economic evaluations of educational fees or similar services. With a contract valued at £91,062, it signals a lucrative prospect for businesses aiming to expand their expertise and influence within postgraduate research environments. Although the winning supplier, SQW Limited, is a large-scale enterprise, the procurement process accommodates small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), making it an inclusive opportunity for diverse industry players seeking to enhance their portfolio and competitive edge in the UK educational consultancy market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PS26126 - Evaluation of the economy, efficiency and effectiveness of fees for postgraduate research training

Notice Description

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a mini competition under the GCA RM6126 Research & Insights DPS Brief Description of Requirement Evaluation of the economy, efficiency and effectiveness of fees for postgraduate research training

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/db64a00f-749d-4881-8cfd-80dcb6bdf0e2
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£91,062 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
12 Jul 2026 - 26 Feb 2027 6-12 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
UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FF
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SQW

Further Information

Notice Documents

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