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Research and Engagement on the Safety of Women and Girls Using Public Transport

PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL

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18 Dec 2025 at 13:10

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Portsmouth City Council, aimed at conducting "Research and Engagement on the Safety of Women and Girls Using Public Transport," has reached the contract stage. This tender falls under the services category, specifically within research and development services and related consultancy. The project is based in Portsmouth, UKJ31 region, with the award dated 18th December 2025. The procurement was conducted through a below-threshold process, starting on 18th June 2025 and set to conclude by 31st March 2026. Portsmouth City Council, a sub-central government public authority, is the buying entity managing this contract.

This contract offers substantial opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in research and development services, to contribute to a socially impactful project. Companies such as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with experience in qualitative research, stakeholder engagement, and focus group facilitation would find this tender ideal for showcasing their expertise while promoting business growth. The involvement with Portsmouth City Council can enhance a company’s track record and credibility within the public sector, providing a platform for future collaboration and expansion in similar domains.

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Notice Title

Research and Engagement on the Safety of Women and Girls Using Public Transport

Notice Description

Qualitative research and engagement to understand and improve the safety of women and girls using public transport in Portsmouth. Includes literature review, stakeholder mapping, six focus groups, and a final report with recommendations.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f91c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/084369-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£41,010 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
17 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
PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@portsmouthcc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
PORTSMOUTH
Postcode
PO1 2AL
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
Charles Dickens
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NETWORK FOR SKILLS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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