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MEND PBIF Evaluation 25/26

DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT

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07 May 2026 at 15:05

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has concluded the procurement process titled "MEND PBIF Evaluation 25/26" in the industry category of Business services, which includes law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing, and security. The contract, valued at £350,000, was awarded to Ipsos (Market Research) Ltd for a service provision under a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract began on 19 March 2026 and will run until 31 March 2030, with the main activities expected to take place in London, where the buyer is based. The award was officially recorded on 7 May 2026, marking the completion of the award stage.

This contract presents ample business growth opportunities for firms specialising in business services, particularly those with capabilities in evaluation and consulting. SMEs and VCSEs are especially encouraged to engage with such tenders, considering the suitability requirements set by DCMS. The evaluation of the MEND/PBIF entails comprehensive service provision, making it ideal for businesses that can offer end-to-end solutions in consultancy and market analysis within the public sector. Strategic involvement in these types of government contracts can significantly bolster a firm's portfolio and enhance its visibility and credibility within the industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

MEND PBIF Evaluation 25/26

Notice Description

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) requires a fully managed end to end service for the provision of services for the Evaluation of MEND/PBIF.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69a204be-06e4-44c0-a618-02ffb042b14b
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

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
13 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
19 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT
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
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

IPSOS (MARKET RESEARCH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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