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Future of Post Research Services

OFCOM

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22 May 2025 at 11:03

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Ofcom, a United Kingdom public authority in the sub-central government category, focused on the "Future of Post Research Services". This procurement involved research consultancy services to support the future of postal services project. Located in London, the procurement followed a limited competition method due to the below-threshold status, and has reached the award stage. The contract associated with this award commenced on 16th May 2025 and is set to conclude on 31st July 2025, with a project value of £60,000. The finalisation of this procurement was marked by the contract signed on 15th May 2025, and the related award is active.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in research consultancy services, particularly those geared towards supporting government and public service projects. It offers a notable platform for SMEs like WIK-Consult GmbH to expand their business footprint within the UK market. The limited competition procurement method indicates that the involved organisations should have specialised expertise and accredited capabilities, making it ideal for firms that can offer niche services efficiently. Engaging in such contracts could assist businesses in building relationships with significant public bodies like Ofcom and may lead to future collaborative opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Future of Post Research Services

Notice Description

This procurement is for research services that supports the future of post project.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051d31
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024669-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£60,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
15 May 2025 - 31 Jul 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OFCOM
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurementnotice@ofcom.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 9HA
Post Town
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
Borough & Bankside
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WIK-CONSULT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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