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Research: Qualitative Research to Explore Drivers in Demand for Volunteers Across England

DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE MEDIA & SPORT

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04 Feb 2021 at 10:30

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Culture Media & Sport is seeking to address the dynamics driving the demand for volunteers across England through a research project titled "Research: Qualitative Research to Explore Drivers in Demand for Volunteers Across England." This contract, classified under the industry category of research and development services, has a total value of £25,000. The procurement method utilised for this process was a single tender action, which is applicable for contracts below the threshold. The contract period is set to commence on 18th February 2021 and conclude on 31st March 2021. Key events in this tender include a tender period that closed on 4th January 2021, with the contract awarded on 14th January 2021.

This tender presents a noteworthy opportunity for businesses specialising in qualitative research, particularly those with expertise in social science and volunteer dynamics. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community sector enterprises (VCSEs) are especially encouraged to compete, as their unique insights and community connections could greatly enhance the project outcomes. Engaging in this research initiative can lead to further collaborations and projects with government bodies as they work towards understanding and improving volunteer engagement in response to the ongoing challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Notice Title

Research: Qualitative Research to Explore Drivers in Demand for Volunteers Across England

Notice Description

The Volunteering Team in DCMS's Civil Society and Youth Directorate seeks to develop a better understanding of the drivers in demand for volunteers across England, to inform both ongoing responses to the COVID-19 pandemic and its future strategy work. In particular, it seeks to build a firm evidence base on the key drivers in demand for volunteer support, how these typically vary across the year, and how COVID-19 has affected these seasonal drivers.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d23b74ed-3883-4a71-ab19-10c586e09783
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f943f212-14eb-4d75-b3fd-abfcaf60d0b4
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
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
£25,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Feb 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Jan 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jan 20215 years ago
Contract Period
18 Feb 2021 - 31 Mar 2021 1-6 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
DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE MEDIA & SPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2BQ
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

NATIONAL CENTRE FOR SOCIAL RESEARCH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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