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title: "MVL Research"
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# MVL Research

Buyer: THE INSOLVENCY SERVICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0e911651-8847-4533-ad91-6bd1f0e14159

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## Summary

The public procurement process for the "MVL Research" project undertaken by The Insolvency Service in Birmingham, England, has been finalised. This contract falls under the industry category of research services (CPV: 73110000) and was conducted through a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The awarding stage of the procurement was completed on 12th January 2026, with ZK Analytics Limited successfully winning the contract valued at £54,720. The service period spans from 1st January 2026 to 31st March 2026, with delivery taking place in the United Kingdom.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses keen on the research services sector, specifically those interested in financial legal implications, as it explores the impact of a key High Court decision on members' voluntary liquidations. The project is especially relevant for SMEs, which are noted as suitable for this procurement. Businesses equipped with expertise in providing comprehensive research analysis can benefit from engaging with such public sector projects, potentially forming lasting relationships that may lead to future contract opportunities.

## Notice

A recent High Court decision in NOAL SCSp & Ors v Novalpina Capital LLP & Ors [2025] EWHC 1392 (Ch)1 interpreted the law governing members' voluntary liquidations (MVLs) to mean that all creditors (and interest) must be paid in full within 12 months of the commencement of the liquidation procedure. There is currently limited data and research evidence available on MVLs. The Authority is therefore commissioning a one-off research project for two primary purposes. Firstly, to better understand the potential impact of this ruling. Secondly to explore and understand the MVL landscape more generally, with particular focus on metrics around efficiency and effectiveness.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/574393a8-709d-4ade-bd1f-0f22fe4a9f13 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £54,720 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £54,720 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE INSOLVENCY SERVICE |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B4 6FD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Ladywood |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ZK ANALYTICS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 12 Jan 2026 at 13:47 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/574393a8-709d-4ade-bd1f-0f22fe4a9f13

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/574393a8-709d-4ade-bd1f-0f22fe4a9f13
  12th January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f593f70e-db79-4bcb-ac80-16123f6f1a53

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