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Semiconductor workforce study

DSIT

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05 Feb 2025 at 11:10

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) has recently completed the procurement process for a "Semiconductor workforce study" under the industry category of research consultancy services. This tender, identified as "tender_459027/1449042," was awarded to Perspective Economics. The primary focus of this project, valued at £81,050, is to evaluate the UK semiconductor workforce. The contract period is set to begin on 24 October 2024 and will conclude on 31 March 2025. The procurement was conducted using a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement, specifically benefiting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The location for delivery is Northern Ireland, UK, with a postal code BT2 8LA. Key procurement timetable dates include the end of the tender period on 2 October 2023 and the award publication date on 5 February 2025.

This contract offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in workforce research and consultancy services, especially those already operating within the UK semiconductor sector. SMEs have a particular advantage due to the tender's suitability criteria emphasising support for smaller enterprises. Engaging in this kind of project could provide substantial exposure and experience, enhancing the business's reputation and portfolio within the public sector. Businesses with expertise in similar industry studies and a robust understanding of workforce dynamics in the technology sector would be particularly well-suited to compete for similar future opportunities.

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Notice Title

Semiconductor workforce study

Notice Description

UK Semiconductor workforce study

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f670568b-4394-44f8-9bc2-c03ad82a3b62
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee7a0005-9f8a-4d66-8af2-9bac06c79db6
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73210000 - Research consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£81,050 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£81,050 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Oct 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
23 Oct 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DSIT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST ANTRIM
Postcode
BT2 8LA
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Belfast South and Mid Down

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PERSPECTIVE ECONOMICS

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