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02 Jul 2026 at 13:55

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) with the title "Victim Reference Group" falls under the services industry category, specifically focusing on research services. This tender pertains to the Crown Prosecution Service's efforts in maintaining a Victim Reference Group Wider Crime Cohort, with the contract awarded under a limited competition method. The contract, identified as "PR 2025 171," is linked with the buyer located at 102 Petty France, London, UK, and the supplier, Victim Support. Key dates of this procurement include the award on 9th June 2026 and the publication of the contract details on 2nd July 2026, with the contract active from 10th June 2026 to 10th June 2027.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in research services to engage in public sector contracts. Given the nature of the service needed, large organisations with expertise in research, particularly those capable of managing central government projects, are well-suited for similar opportunities to collaborate with public authorities like the CPS. This contract exemplifies the potential for businesses to expand their portfolios by securing roles in government-led initiatives and strengthening their presence in public procurement sectors. Businesses that can enhance victim support through research and data-driven approaches will find this project particularly relevant to their growth strategies.

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Notice Title

Victim Reference Group

Notice Description

Victim Reference Group Wider Crime Cohort

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c291
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062349-2026
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
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
£38,515 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
9 Jun 2026 - 10 Jun 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CROWN PROSECUTION SERVICE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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
Not specified

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VICTIM SUPPORT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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