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title: "Hunt for the Vaccine - Front End Research"
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# Hunt for the Vaccine - Front End Research

Buyer: SCIENCE MUSEUM GROUP  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-143e7c43-b4aa-426f-9e60-05f4b0f1f743

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## Summary

The Science Museum Group, located in South Kensington, London, is currently conducting an open procurement process titled "Hunt for the Vaccine - Front End Research". This initiative aims to appoint a supplier to conduct audience research across the UK, China, and India, focusing on public attitudes toward a forthcoming exhibition related to vaccine development and COVID-19. The tender period closes on 21st June 2021, while the contract will commence on 28th June 2021 and extend until 30th November 2022. The procurement falls under the services category, specifically market research services, and is classified as an open procedure below threshold.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in market research and audience engagement, particularly those with experience in international settings and public health topics. Companies that can analyse diverse cultural responses and provide insights on public sentiment towards science initiatives will be particularly well-suited to compete. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, making this an excellent avenue for growth in a field of increasing relevance and urgency.

## Notice

The Science Museum Group wishes to appoint a Supplier to provide front end audience research in the UK, China & India, to explore the public response and attitude toward an exhibition and events programme that will highlight the story of the global effort to find new ways to develop vaccines, to deliver enhanced public engagement internationally around the science and scientists working on COVID-19. Additional information: You can view our tender documents and apply for the opportunity here: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sciencemuseumgroup/aspx/Home Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0de678bc-8920-40f3-9354-78c1e705ebe7 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Jun 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Jun 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 28 Jun 2021 - 11 Oct 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCIENCE MUSEUM GROUP |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW7 2DD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI33 Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham |
| Local authority | Kensington and Chelsea |
| Electoral ward | Brompton & Hans Town |
| Westminster constituency | Kensington and Bayswater |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79310000 - Market research services

## Release History

- 1 Jun 2021 at 08:07 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0de678bc-8920-40f3-9354-78c1e705ebe7
- 1 Jun 2021 at 08:06 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0de678bc-8920-40f3-9354-78c1e705ebe7
- 1 Jun 2021 at 07:54 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0de678bc-8920-40f3-9354-78c1e705ebe7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0de678bc-8920-40f3-9354-78c1e705ebe7
  1st June 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sciencemuseumgroup/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sciencemuseumgroup/aspx/Home
- https://www.sciencemuseumgroup.org.uk

## Provenance

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