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Researchers for the 'Measuring What Matters' Project

OFSTED

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25 Jun 2025 at 16:40

Summary of the contracting process

This public procurement contracting process, titled "Researchers for the 'Measuring What Matters' Project," was managed by Ofsted, a central government public authority based in Manchester, UK. The procurement falls under the services industry category, specifically focusing on research services. The procurement method used was direct, and the process was completed without competition, as it was below the threshold. The contract was awarded to Kingston University on 24th June 2025, with the contract period spanning from 25th June 2025 to 31st March 2026. The total contract value is £87,000, inclusive of taxes. The project's scope covers various regions across the United Kingdom, and includes an allocation of 134 work-days for quantitative and qualitative research on children's social care placements.

This tender creates opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses involved in research services, data analysis, and social care consultancy. Medium to large enterprises with expertise in social care research and the ability to conduct both quantitative and qualitative analyses would be well-suited to compete for similar future contracts. Additionally, universities and research institutions with a focus on children's social care and related areas may find this type of procurement a beneficial prospect to expand their portfolio and showcase their expertise to governmental bodies. The strategic partnership with Ofsted offers insight into government standards and requirements, which could be valuable for expanding business capabilities and securing further government contracts.

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Notice Title

Researchers for the 'Measuring What Matters' Project

Notice Description

Quantitative and qualitative research to produce data and analysis related to the suitability and sufficiency of children's social care placements. 134 work-days.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0553bc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035219-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without 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
£72,500 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
24 Jun 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OFSTED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
info-contracts@ofsted.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 2WD
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KINGSTON UNIVERSITY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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