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Ensuring Future Wireless Connectivity Needs are Met Research

DEPARTMENT FOR DIGITAL, CULTURE, MEDIA & SPORT

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17 Feb 2022 at 17:42

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport (DCMS) seeking to conduct in-depth research titled "Ensuring Future Wireless Connectivity Needs are Met". This service falls under the category of 'Research and development services and related consultancy services', with a total contract value of £149,055. The procurement method used was selective, with a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract commenced on 20th October 2021 and concluded on 7th February 2022, concluding the formal award of the contract on 25th October 2021.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses focused on research and consultancy, particularly in telecommunications and connectivity analysis. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) may find a conducive environment to compete, given the supplier's voids in diverse connectivity needs across various geographic regions in the UK. Engaging with this type of research could bolster business growth by aligning firms with governmental objectives aimed at future connectivity enhancements.

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Notice Title

Ensuring Future Wireless Connectivity Needs are Met Research

Notice Description

DCMS is seeking a supplier to conduct analysis to better understand UK connectivity needs (across population groups, across geographic areas, etc) over the next decade, and the extent to which cellular connectivity (4G, 5G) will cater for these needs and where it may not. The provider will help identify areas in the market where there might be a need for government policy to ensure that connectivity needs are met.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-db1061fe-a37e-440a-b6ae-9ff4c7d1a8df
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1fa2226e-aef3-41b2-b519-b90f6f4cf71e
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

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£149,055 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£149,055 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Feb 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Sep 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Oct 20214 years ago
Contract Period
19 Oct 2021 - 7 Feb 2022 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 DIGITAL, CULTURE, MEDIA & SPORT
Contact Name
Eleanor George
Contact Email
eleanor.george@dcms.gov.uk
Contact Phone
00000000000

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

ANALYSYS MASON

Further Information

Notice Documents

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