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Quantitative rail research call-off contract

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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08 Nov 2021 at 10:48

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport (DfTc) has completed the procurement process for a "Quantitative rail research call-off contract" in the industry category of Research and Development Services and Related Consultancy Services (CPV: 73000000). The contract value is £900,000 and will cover services across a wide range of locations including the United Kingdom, Europe, and other territories. The tender was executed through a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The contract period started on 20 October 2021 and will end on 31 December 2024, thus providing ample time for comprehensive research activities. The award date for the contract was 30 July 2024.

This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses involved in quantitative research, particularly those specialising in transportation and railway sector analysis. Firms that excel in quick-turnaround surveys and secondary data analysis would be especially well-suited to compete. While the procurement was selective and targeted larger organisations, it highlights the importance of dynamic purchasing systems as a method of engaging qualified suppliers. Winning such contracts can enhance a company's portfolio, providing valuable experience and exposure, and positioning them for future opportunities within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Quantitative rail research call-off contract

Notice Description

Provision of services for quantitative rail research. The purpose of the research is to allow for the undertaking of various quick-turnaround surveys and secondary data analysis which relate to the railways in Great Britain.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d497a034-54e5-4dcf-9a07-611a7e5ac3c5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e766be5f-2a5a-496d-92a7-7c4686322b66
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
Not specified
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
£900,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£900,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Oct 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Nov 20214 years ago
Contract Period
19 Oct 2021 - 31 Dec 2024 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
star-framework@dft.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
33 HORSEFERRY ROAD, LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DR
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
Vincent Square
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SAVANTA

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