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Comms and Engagement Strategy

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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10 Apr 2026 at 08:32

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Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process involves UK Shared Business Services Limited, based in Swindon, England, and pertains to the title "Comms and Engagement Strategy." It is categorised under "Research and development consultancy services" (CPV code 73200000), with a project scheduled across the United Kingdom. The procurement stage is at the award phase, following a mini-competition within the CCS DPS RM6124 Communications Marketplace. Key dates include a tender end date on 31st March 2026, with the contract running from 1st April 2026 to 13th May 2027. The process follows a limited procurement method, specifically a competitive quotation, intended for contract values below the threshold.

This tender creates significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for SMEs in the research and development consultancy industry. It is an excellent opportunity for companies skilled in developing strategic communications and engagement portfolios. Marketbridge Europe Limited, the awarded supplier, exemplifies the type of business well-suited to deliver effective solutions, suggesting opportunities for similar firms to engage in future opportunities of this nature. The focus on strategic engagement methodologies can enhance the prominence and influence of the UK Committee on Research Integrity, thus offering substantial scope for businesses capable of delivering innovative and impactful communication strategies.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Comms and Engagement Strategy

Notice Description

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a mini competition under the CCS DPS RM6124 Communications Marketplace . Brief Description of Requirement: UKRI are seeking a supplier to develop a strategic portfolio approach for the UK Committee on Research Integrity's communications and engagement remit to enable the reach and influence of the Committee's vision and recommendations.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee51c44e-4592-4613-ad40-8cb3686caeee
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£42,140 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£42,140 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Apr 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
31 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 13 May 2027 1-2 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
UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FF
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MARKETBRIDGE EUROPE

Further Information

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