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GB-London: 102135 - Rapid Evidence Assessment of Loot Boxes and Microtransactions in Video Games

102135 - RAPID EVIDENCE ASSESSMENT OF LOOT BOXES AND MICROTRANSACTIONS IN VIDEO GAMES

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07 Oct 2020 at 15:25

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is led by the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) in London, focused on the tender titled "GB-London: 102135 - Rapid Evidence Assessment of Loot Boxes and Microtransactions in Video Games." This initiative falls within the services industry category, with an estimated value of £50,000. The open procurement method is being used, with the tender period set to close on 28th October 2020. The contract is expected to start on 10th November 2020 and will run until 17th February 2021, aiming to support governmental reviews and policy formulation regarding video games and gambling regulations.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research services, particularly those capable of conducting comprehensive literature reviews and assessments. Businesses that focus on consumer behaviour, particularly in relation to gaming and its effects on younger audiences, would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. The involvement in such a pivotal government review not only allows for potential revenue but also enhances a business's profile through collaboration with a high-profile governmental authority.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-London: 102135 - Rapid Evidence Assessment of Loot Boxes and Microtransactions in Video Games

Notice Description

The government takes concerns around harms in video games very seriously and in December 2019, committed to review online video games loot boxes alongside a wider review of the Gambling Act 2005. To support this review of the Gambling Act 2005 and our wider programme of research about video games, and to ensure government policy is based on a sound understanding of the issue and its place in the wider policy framework, the government will run a public call for evidence on loot boxes. This was announced on 8 June 2020 in the government's response to the DCMS Select Committee Immersive and Addictive Technologies Inquiry report. The call for evidence will be launched during the summer with emerging conclusions expected by the end of 2020. The call for evidence will examine a range of issues including the size and variation of the market, the design of mechanisms, the context in terms of other types of in-game spending, the impact on consumers and particularly young people including links to problem gambling, and the effectiveness of the current statutory and voluntary regulation. The rapid evidence assessment specified in this Invitation to Tender will produce a literature review to support the public call for evidence, making a vital contribution to our analysis of loot boxes and wider microtransactions, and help us develop an effective and proportionate response that represents the best outcome for DCMS's aims. These are: protecting consumers - particularly children - and promoting business growth and innovation.

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/e67653ac-7ade-4e92-b3e2-e7264814f36c
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
VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Oct 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Oct 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
10 Nov 2020 - 17 Feb 2021 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
102135 - RAPID EVIDENCE ASSESSMENT OF LOOT BOXES AND MICROTRANSACTIONS IN VIDEO GAMES
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
TLI London
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

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