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Mixed methods research to explore public understandings and experiences of extremism in Scotland

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government is seeking a contractor for a mixed methods research project aimed at exploring public understandings and experiences of extremism in Scotland. This project, initiated by the Connected Communities Division, is set to take place from 31 January to 19 August 2022. The procurement process follows an open procedure, with tenders awarded through a comprehensive evaluation process. A key award of £39,800 was granted to The Diffley Partnership, and the tender process was successfully completed on 25 January 2022.

This research contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in social research and community engagement. Companies that have expertise in qualitative and quantitative research methodologies would be particularly well-positioned to participate in similar projects. The focus on extremism also suggests that organisations involved in social services, public safety, or community outreach may find this area of procurement relevant to their capabilities, allowing them to leverage this knowledge for further business development.

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Notice Title

Mixed methods research to explore public understandings and experiences of extremism in Scotland

Notice Description

Scottish Government is commissioning mixed methods research to explore public understandings and experiences of extremism in Scotland. The research is being commissioned by the Connected Communities Division and is expected to take place between 31 January and 19 August 2022.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Scottish Government is commissioning mixed methods research to explore public understandings and experiences of extremism in Scotland. The research is being commissioned by the Connected Communities Division and is expected to take place between 31 January and 19 August 2022.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000674941
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN438958
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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

79315000 - Social research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£39,800 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jan 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Jan 20224 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
Bob McLeod
Contact Email
bob.mcleod@gov.scot, eilidh.currie@gov.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1312443567

Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB11 9DB
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Leith
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh North and Leith

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE DIFFLEY PARTNERSHIP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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