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Research with customers in vulnerable circumstances

O F W A T

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Award

04 Nov 2024 at 10:31

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for "Research with customers in vulnerable circumstances," conducted by OFWAT, has reached the award stage. This contract, classified under "Research services" (CPV code: 73110000), takes place across England and Wales. The total value of the contract is £47,910, awarded through a competitive quotation process under the procurement method "limited" and "below threshold." Key dates include the tender end date on 15th July 2024 and the contract period from 31st July 2024 to 31st October 2024. OFWAT, headquartered in Birmingham, acted as the buying organisation, while the supplier awarded the contract is Walnut Unlimited Ltd, a small to medium-sized enterprise based in London.

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs specialising in research services, particularly those experienced with vulnerable customer panels and capable of conducting both online and offline research. Engaging in this contract can enhance a company's reputation and provide valuable insights into consumer behaviour, opening doors for future collaborations with public sector organisations. Businesses with robust capabilities in delivering comprehensive research projects, especially within the specified regions, are ideally positioned to benefit from and compete in similar future tenders.

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Notice Title

Research with customers in vulnerable circumstances

Notice Description

Research with customers in vulnerable circumstances. The research consists of two online panels of seven days each. The first panel will be with approx. 10 participants and the second with approximately 20 participants. Some participants will take place using an offline alternative.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ff7c7ecf-fee8-48fa-9df6-dd5b63c26754
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6a68bb26-6602-4d30-83aa-5db304e29838
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
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

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£47,910 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£47,910 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jul 20241 years ago
Contract Period
30 Jul 2024 - 31 Oct 2024 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
O F W A T
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@ofwat.gov.uk
Contact Phone
07584339198 ext 4444

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B5 4UA
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WALNUT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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