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OPSS Exploring Harms and Detriment to the General Public and Consumers Research

DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE

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31 Jan 2025 at 12:16

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Business and Trade has awarded a contract to YouGov PLC for a research consultancy project titled "OPSS Exploring Harms and Detriment to the General Public and Consumers." This project falls under the industry category of research consultancy services (CPV 73210000) and is set to address issues related to consumer protection. The procurement method used was a call-off from a framework agreement, and the contract, valued at £106,410, began on 8 January 2025 and will conclude on 30 May 2025. The research will encompass cognitive interviews, online surveys, telephone surveys, focus groups, and the preparation of a written insight report with data visualisation, covering locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom.

This tender presents diverse opportunities for businesses specialising in research and consumer behaviour analysis to contribute towards consumer safety and empowerment through insightful data. Businesses that focus on market research, data visualisation, and consumer advocacy, particularly those that are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), will find this contract well-suited to their operations. The collaborative effort with a large-scale supplier like YouGov PLC also provides an opportunity for smaller entities to partner with established players in the industry, leveraging collective expertise and expanding their market reach.

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Notice Title

OPSS Exploring Harms and Detriment to the General Public and Consumers Research

Notice Description

The Office for Product Safety & Standards (OPSS) has commissioned research to explore harms and detriment to the general public and consumers, in order to protect consumers from harm and empower them to make good choices about products they buy. The research will involve cognitive interviews, online surveys, telephone surveys, focus groups, and a written insight report with data visualisation.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c6d0faaf-d3bc-4abc-b933-5f88a4f028f3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6e416a48-3fd9-4760-9c18-23423c2c2d59
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73210000 - Research consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£106,410 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£106,410 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
8 Jan 2025 - 30 May 2025 1-6 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
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE
Contact Name
Department for Business and Trade
Contact Email
steve.harrisonpickard@businessandtrade.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

YOUGOV

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