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title: "Provision of Research and Analysis for the Covid 19 inquiry"
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# Provision of Research and Analysis for the Covid 19 inquiry

Buyer: CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-11640e32-31bf-44ad-b34d-efedb0b7ced3

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## Summary

The Crown Commercial Service, acting on behalf of the Cabinet Office, has completed the procurement process for the "Provision of Research and Analysis for the Covid 19 inquiry." This tender focused on research services, specifically under CPV code 73110000, and involved a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, awarded to IPSOS (MARKET RESEARCH) LTD, began on the 26th of October 2023 and will run until the 25th of October 2026. It involves delivery across diverse locations including the United Kingdom and several international territories. The total contract value is £6,490,000 GBP.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in market research services, particularly those with experience in large-scale inquiries and campaigns such as "Every Story Matters." While it may require organisations with substantial capacity due to the scale of the contract, businesses capable of providing in-depth analysis and strategic insights could benefit greatly from engaging with the Crown Commercial Service for future tenders. Companies that meet these criteria are advised to explore the framework agreements and actively participate in the selective procurement processes to leverage growth and visibility. This contract, while not specifically targeting SMEs or VCSEs, still offers valuable insights into the types of requirements prevalent in large public sector contracts.

## Notice

Provision of 'Research and Analysis Expertise for the Every Story Matters Campaign'

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4949b09c-7392-4887-82ab-0ab3985d20ae |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Feb 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Oct 2023 |
| Contract period | 25 Oct 2023 - 25 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £6,490,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £6,490,000 |
| 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 | CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L3 9PP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | City Centre North |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | IPSOS (MARKET RESEARCH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 12 Mar 2026 at 14:43 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4949b09c-7392-4887-82ab-0ab3985d20ae
- 13 Dec 2023 at 14:30 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4949b09c-7392-4887-82ab-0ab3985d20ae
- 26 Oct 2023 at 08:13 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4949b09c-7392-4887-82ab-0ab3985d20ae

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4949b09c-7392-4887-82ab-0ab3985d20ae
  12th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ba19ee54-90d5-47d2-9f4e-2fee41d96283
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/672de88d-9687-4100-b5ff-c9fdf484e907
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d73cb8c8-e231-4545-ad70-006ec293e84b

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/crown-commercial-service

## Provenance

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