Tender

Market Research

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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Tender

27 Nov 2025 at 15:00

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter is currently seeking a partner to conduct market research regarding the launch of undergraduate and postgraduate taught transnational education programmes in India. This project, titled "Market Research," falls under the services category and is focused on the National Capital Region of India. The initiative is in the tender stage, and the procurement process is being carried out through an open competition method, although it falls below the threshold defined by procurement legislation. Important dates include the end of the enquiry period on 5th December 2025, and the tender submission deadline set for 10th December 2025. The procurement is non-covered under the Procurement Act 2023, with an estimated contract value of £30,000-£36,000 GBP. The contract period is slated to begin on 5th January 2026 and end on 16th February 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for entities capable of providing market research services and is particularly suitable for SMEs. The focus on education in India could appeal to businesses specializing in educational research or those with previous experience in analysing market demand and competitive landscapes. With the potential to influence strategic decisions for a major UK university's educational expansion, successful bidders will gain valuable exposure and the chance to establish long-term partnerships with a prestigious academic institution. The project promises growth for firms looking to expand their portfolio in the education sector through international market analysis.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Market Research

Notice Description

Seeking a market research partner to conduct primary research into the feasibility of launching undergraduate and postgraduate taught transnational education (TNE) programmes in India. The research will focus on understanding levels of demand and for which subject areas, pricing sensitivity, competitive landscape, and decision-making processes among prospective students in the National Capital Region and wider country. For the avoidance of doubt: This procurement is not a Covered Procurement as defined under the Procurement Act 2023 and the University of Exeter is under no obligation to and will not be undertaking a tender exercise for these goods and/or services. This procurement is being conducted in accordance with the University's procurement rules for the supply of goods and services. The University disclaims to the fullest extent possible any potential liability it may have to any parties interested in supplying the goods and services being procured and the University of Exeter shall not be held liable for any loss, damage, liability or expense incurred or suffered by any potential supplier.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ea4e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077748-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79310000 - Market research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Nov 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Jan 2026 - 16 Feb 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EXETER
Contact Name
Rachel Cole-Powney
Contact Email
procurement-operations@exeter.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1392661000

Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX4 4QJ
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Duryard and St James
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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