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06 Aug 2026 at 11:17

Summary of the contracting process

The tender process for a "Personal Finance Journalists survey" has reached its completion, as overseen by NS&I, a central government public authority located in London, United Kingdom. The procurement aimed to gauge journalists' attitudes and opinions about NS&I, alongside its market reputation compared to financial competitors. Awarded to IPSOS MORI UK LIMITED, this direct procurement method was conducted below the competitive threshold. The procurement fell under the services category, with a primary focus on market research. The contract period began on 3rd July 2026 and will conclude on 2nd July 2027, involving an investment of £16,324.00 GBP net, with its contract signed on the initial start date of the period.

This tender creates significant business growth opportunities, particularly aligned with companies experienced in media relations and market research services. The survey has potential advantages for large firms with capabilities in conducting comprehensive tracking studies across multiple publication types within the UK. Businesses offering innovative research methodologies stand to benefit from participating in such public procurement opportunities, enhancing their visibility in government contracting arenas and establishing a strong foothold in a competitive market.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Personal finance journalist survey

Notice Description

NS&I needs to understand journalists' attitudes and opinions of NS&I, in terms of reputation and media relations, what is driving this and how NS&I compares to their key financial providers competitors. The survey should include a range of types of key publications e.g. nationals, regional, periodicals, online, broadcast, (newswire/agency). To meet this requirement, NS&I requires a tracking survey which gives robust understanding of the views of journalists, who write about personal finance and savings in UK.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06dd8e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074668-2026
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

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


CPV Codes

79310000 - Market research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£16,324 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Aug 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Jul 20261 months ago
Contract Period
3 Jul 2026 - 2 Jul 2027 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
NS&I
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 9HA
Post Town
South East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
Borough & Bankside
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

IPSOS MORI

Further Information

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