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AGO Rule of Law Public Polling

CROWN PROSECUTION SERVICE

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12 Jun 2025 at 12:54

Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process initiated by the Attorney General's Office (AGO), in collaboration with the Crown Prosecution Service, involved a tender titled "AGO Rule of Law Public Polling" targeting the research services industry. The focus was on conducting primary research to assess public attitudes towards the rule of law. The procurement process, located in London (region UKI32), had reached the award stage and was carried out using a limited procurement method, specifically an award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition. The contract was awarded on 14th April 2025, and More in Common was selected as the supplier. The procurement effort highlights the AGO's emphasis on understanding public perception to inform democratic values.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research services, particularly those capable of conducting thorough public polling and expert data analysis. Companies with prior experience in public policy research or related fields would find this tender well-suited to their expertise, offering them a platform for growth and increased visibility in government contracts. Additionally, engaging in such a contract allows businesses to demonstrate their capabilities in handling sensitive and high-impact government projects, providing them with a competitive edge in future procurement opportunities.

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Notice Title

AGO Rule of Law Public Polling

Notice Description

The Attorney General's Office (AGO) was looking for a supplier to conduct primary research (polling and/or focus groups), as well as expert analysis of the data gathered, to understand public attitudes towards the rule of law (including different concepts that inform it) and how to communicate its intrinsic value and practical benefits, given its importance as a fundamental democratic value and the polarised debate that surrounds it.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Attorney General's Office (AGO) was looking for a supplier to conduct primary research (polling and/or focus groups), as well as expert analysis of the data gathered, to understand public attitudes towards the rule of law (including different concepts that inform it) and how to communicate its intrinsic value and practical benefits, given its importance as a fundamental democratic value and the polarised debate that surrounds it.

Procurement Information

Approached CCS DPS as suitable for requirement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0547ae
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031925-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CROWN PROSECUTION SERVICE
Additional Buyers

ATTORNEY GENERAL OFFICE

Contact Name
Crown Prosecution Service Commercial Team
Contact Email
commercialinbox@cps.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 2077176000

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 9EA
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
TLI32 Westminster

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MORE IN COMMON

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