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Ofcom Audio Survey

OFCOM

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12 Mar 2026 at 11:48

Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process, led by OFCOM, pertains to the "Ofcom Audio Survey" under the market research services category, identified by CPV code 79310000. With a procurement value of £31,000, the study seeks to understand the use of and attitudes towards different audio services, such as radio and streaming. The procurement was conducted through a direct award via the Ofcom Market Research Framework, and the relevant tender period concluded on 9th December 2025. The contract, awarded to Yonder Consulting Limited, commenced on 29th December 2025 and ended on 2nd March 2026. OFCOM operates from London, England, and their contact point for procurement notices can be reached via email at procurementnotice@ofcom.org.uk.

This tender presents lucrative opportunities for businesses specialising in market research and capable of offering insights into audio service usage patterns. The project is particularly suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), enhancing their portfolio and reputation in the public sector. Given the geographical scope covering the UK and British overseas territories, such tenders could provide growth by expanding market recognition beyond national boundaries. With OFCOM's established procedures, participating businesses can leverage predictable frameworks to sharpen their competitive edge in future procurement endeavours.

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Notice Title

Ofcom Audio Survey

Notice Description

Ofcom require a repeat of a study which aims to understand use of and attitudes towards different types of audio services e.g. radio, online streaming services and podcasts.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-cdeeb697-6db1-4713-b761-6a958e973414
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ff1be1c8-6b04-462a-a6ee-fb4dd38d7b86
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - Direct Award via Ofcom Market Research Framework
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79310000 - Market research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£31,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£31,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Mar 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
9 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Dec 20253 months ago
Contract Period
29 Dec 2025 - 2 Mar 2026 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
OFCOM
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 9HA
Post Town
South East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
Borough & Bankside
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

YONDER CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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