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Award of DSF-Jury Deliberation Research

Scottish Government

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12 Feb 2026 at 16:59

PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award
Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government has awarded the contract for conducting a research project examining jury deliberations in rape and attempted rape cases within Scotland to Ipsos MORI. This research aligns with recent changes to the Contempt of Court Act 1981, now enabling such studies. The procurement falls under the 'services' category, with a specific classification related to social research services (CPV code: 79315000). The tender period ends on 12 October 2027, with the contract commencing on 23 February 2026 and potentially extending to 10 December 2027. This procurement process is currently in the 'Award' stage, and the contract was signed on 2 December 2026. The Scottish Government operates from its Glasgow office and has a designated procurement contact, the SG Procurement Team.

This tender opens up significant avenues for businesses specialising in social research services, particularly those focusing on legal and judicial studies. For firms looking to expand in the field of legal research and analysis, this project presents an opportunity to shape policy by providing empirical evidence to support reforms in Scotland’s judicial system. Ipsos MORI, being the chosen supplier, exemplifies the competitive edge companies must possess in understanding the intricacies of legal frameworks and delivering high-quality research outputs. Businesses with similar capabilities and an interest in contributing to social justice and legal reform would be well-positioned to explore similar opportunities within public procurement initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Award of DSF-Jury Deliberation Research

Notice Description

The Scottish Government (SG), on behalf of the Scottish Ministers, wishes to commission a research project that explores real jury deliberations in rape and attempted rape cases conducted in Scotland. Recent amendments to the Contempt of Court Act 1981 mean permitted research will now be possible, and it is anticipated that the findings will actively support and enhance the principle of open justice.Further information is available in the Invitation to Tender documentation.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000815304
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549498
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Feb 20268 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Scottish Government
Additional Buyers

Angus Council

Argyll and Bute Council

Clackmannanshire Council

East Lothian Council

Fife Council

Forestry and Land Scotland

Inverness College UHI (Also known as UHI Inverness)

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde

NHS Lanarkshire

North Lanarkshire Council

Perth & Kinross Council

Registers of Scotland

Scottish Association for Marine Science ('SAMS')

Scottish Borders Council

Scottish Environment Protection Agency

The City of Edinburgh Council

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB11 9DB
Postcode Area
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Torry/Ferryhill
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
39
Supplier Names

Ipsos MORI

Largs Yacht Haven Ltd

AECOM

thermo fisher scientific

Playscapes Scotland Ltd

Water Rescue Scotland

CAS DUNCAN

Echomaster Marine Limited

Life Technologies Ltd

Collecte Localisation Satellites (CLS)

Currie & Brown UK Limited

ScotFast Limited

BMES (Scotland) Ltd.

3x1

Continuity2 Ltd

Blake Stevenson Ltd

Pye Tait Ltd

AtkinsRéalis UK Limited

University of Strathclyde Department of Architecture

KSO Research Limited

Liaison Financial Services Ltd

Fairways GM

MAN Truck & Bus UK Ltd

Ace Taxis Perth Ltd

Northern Trust

European Electronique Ltd

Highlander International Recycling

Ultima Business Solutions

DUNCAN&CAMERON

PPG Architectural Coatings UK Ltd

Edmundson Electrical Ltd

McGregor Boyall Associates

Sanderson Government and Defence

Sweco UK Limited

Agilent Technologies

MP Group UK Limited

Lorien Resourcing Ltd

Scientific Laboratory Supplies Limited

University Court of the University of Glasgow

Further Information

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