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Detecting Coronavirus Disinformation at Scale

DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE MEDIA & SPORT

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11 Feb 2021 at 13:29

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Detecting Coronavirus Disinformation at Scale," conducted by the Department for Culture Media & Sport (DCMS), involved the purchase of research services in the UK. The tender, classified under the CPV code 73110000, took place in London, with a total value of £114,274. The tender period ended on 22nd April 2020, and the contract was active from 23rd April 2020 to 22nd October 2020. This procurement was executed through a direct method, specifically as a single tender action below the threshold.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the research and evaluation sector, particularly those specialising in combating misinformation or disinformation. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations may find this contract appealing as it aligns with their capabilities. Competing in this space could enable these businesses to expand their portfolios, enhance their reputations, and contribute to vital public health initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Detecting Coronavirus Disinformation at Scale

Notice Description

DCMS requires research and evaluation services to detect Coronavirus disinformation at scale.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f38727a4-7b61-4f1d-abdf-ac9396c65cc8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e0d0f01-aab8-4157-b165-298d62e5d640
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
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
£114,274 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£114,274 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Feb 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Apr 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Apr 20205 years ago
Contract Period
22 Apr 2020 - 22 Oct 2020 6-12 months
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 & 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

DISINFORMATION INDEX

Further Information

Notice Documents

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