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BLC0251 - RM6126 Market Insight & Analytics - AWARD

BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL

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02 Oct 2025 at 13:10

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process under review involves BlueLight Commercial as the buying organisation, which has closed the contracting process for the "BLC0251 - RM6126 Market Insight & Analytics" service. The industry category for this procurement is market research services, as classified under the CPV code 79310000. The award of the contract, which is part of the Framework CCS Research & Insights (Reference RM6126), was completed on 1st October 2025. This selective process followed a restricted procedure, and the contract will run from 1st October 2025 to 31st March 2027. The services will be delivered to various locations, including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, and other international regions.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses that specialise in market research and analytics, particularly those capable of operating within a complex, global framework. While the call-off contract under the specified framework is not explicitly designed for SMEs or VCSEs, larger entities with robust capabilities in delivering extensive market insights across multiple regions could find this tender to be a lucrative venture. The awarded contract was valued at £192,000, indicating the level of service expected by BlueLight Commercial, and highlighting the potential scope and scale for prospective businesses. The Smart Cube Limited is the awarded supplier, showcasing their ability to meet the detailed requirements set forth by the buying authority.

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Notice Title

BLC0251 - RM6126 Market Insight & Analytics - AWARD

Notice Description

BlueLight Commercial is seeking to award a call off contract for the Provision of Market Insight & Analytics 2025/27. The Contract shall be awarded under the Framework CCS Research & Insights, Reference RM6126 in compliance with the published buying guide. The framework conditions of contract, and call-off conditions of contract, apply in full to all bids submitted.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d78e4b39-b809-43d2-8d23-78a442410eda
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/179a5b5f-d354-4295-ba88-32318fe6ac97
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£192,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Sep 20254 months ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 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
BLUELIGHT COMMERCIAL
Contact Name
Dan Moore
Contact Email
dan.moore@bluelight.police.uk
Contact Phone
07855 983607

Buyer Location

Locality
-
Postcode
SW1P 3JS
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

THE SMART CUBE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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