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TROO0282 - Qualitative Research Call Off

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport (DfTc) has awarded a contract titled "TROO0282 - Qualitative Research Call Off" for qualitative social and behavioural research across various transport modes including rail. The contract, valued at GBP 400,000, will run from 27th December 2023 to 23rd October 2026. This project involves conducting discrete qualitative research projects through multiple media channels like face-to-face, online, and telephone with a range of public and rail users, as well as rail industry stakeholders. This contract is classified under the CPV code 73110000 for Research Services, with delivery locations covering British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the United Kingdom, and other global regions. The procurement was conducted through a selective method via a framework agreement.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in qualitative research, especially those adept in handling social and behavioural studies. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) will find this contract particularly suitable. It offers the chance to work closely with the Department for Transport on impactful transportation projects, thereby expanding their portfolio and gaining valuable industry experience. Companies capable of flexible and quick turnaround research, including online and face-to-face interactions within different demographic groups, will find this tender well-matched to their capabilities.

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Notice Title

TROO0282 - Qualitative Research Call Off

Notice Description

The Authority undertakes and commissions a range of social and behavioural research across transport modes, including rail1. Discrete qualitative research projects, including quick turnaround projects, are part of this wider programme. The call-off contract must enable primary research to be carried out with a wide variety of groups, using a range of media (including face to face, online and telephone). Primarily this will involve research with both the general public and rail users (including sub-groups of rail users), but it may also involve research with rail industry stakeholders and professionals in other industries etc Additional information: Award Letter - Redacted

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad1b98ae-30d8-4630-bb93-66e46e644606
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
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Oct 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Dec 20232 years ago
Contract Period
27 Dec 2023 - 23 Oct 2026 2-3 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
DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JA
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

VERIAN

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