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Understanding the Commercial Opportunities in Technology in the Gulf ProContract Reference No 388658

DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE

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22 Jan 2019 at 10:09

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department for International Trade is seeking to commission a research study titled "Understanding the Commercial Opportunities in Technology in the Gulf" to explore technology requirements for sectors such as Healthcare, Life Sciences, Education, and Smart Cities in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Bahrain. This tender is currently in the Planning stage, with an end date for submissions set for 12 February 2019. The contract period is anticipated to run from 28 February 2019 to 15 May 2019, following an open procurement method.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses experienced in qualitative research and the technology sector, particularly those familiar with the Gulf region. Companies capable of providing in-depth insights and strategic recommendations aligned with the needs of government and private sector stakeholders are well-suited to compete for this contract. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to engage in this opportunity, as their expertise and innovation could play a vital role in delivering this research study.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Understanding the Commercial Opportunities in Technology in the Gulf ProContract Reference No 388658

Notice Description

The Department for International Trade in the Middle East, Afghanistan, Pakistan (MEAP region) wishes to commission a research study to understand what technology solutions will be required by the governments and private sectors in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Bahrain to deliver their economic diversification plans. The focus is on technology requirements for Healthcare, Life Sciences, Education, and Smart Cities. This study will be used to inform DIT's exports strategy for the region and highlight which specific technology solutions, products and services it will need to offer and promote to key public and private stakeholders and buyers in the region. We anticipate the research to be comprised of secondary desk research (to be completed by end March 2019) and primary qualitative research interviews with senior stakeholders in the four markets (to be completed by end April 2019), with a final research debrief report by mid May 2019. The project will require a research agency with qualitative research experience in the Gulf and an in-depth knowledge of the technology sector. In order to access this requirement you will need to be registered on the e-tendering tool Pro Contract. To register please access the site: https://procontract.due-north.com/Register The reference number for this requirement is DN388658 Additional information: To register on Pro Contract: https://procontract.due-north.com/Register The reference number for this requirement is DN388658

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4a887360-0d43-4410-93d1-07ba8d0b486f
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

73400000 - Research and Development services on security and defence materials

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jan 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Feb 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
28 Feb 2019 - 15 May 2019 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AW
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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