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title: "Phase 2 of NIA social research"
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# Phase 2 of NIA social research

Buyer: CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-155e2c1e-2de2-4a8e-a3ea-195e0fb25c44

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Phase 2 of NIA social research" was conducted by the Crown Commercial Service, focusing on market research services. This award was published with the purpose of transparency, having been completed with a total contract value of £86,000. The procurement procedure followed a selective method and was carried out via a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period commenced on 8 January 2018 and runs until 7 May 2018, while the tender closed on 11 December 2017. Delivery is expected across various regions in the United Kingdom, including Scotland, Wales, and the Isle of Man.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the market research sector, particularly for SMEs capable of conducting social research and providing data-driven insights. Companies skilled in delivering qualitative and quantitative research methodologies would be well-positioned to compete for similar contracts in the future. As the market environment evolves, there remains a consistent demand for research services that inform critical national assessments, creating pathways for growth and collaboration within this industry.

## Notice

Research to inform the NIC's National Infrastructure Assessment Additional information: THIS CONTRACT HAS BEEN AWARDED AND IS BEING PUBLISHED FOR TRANSPARENCY PURPOSES ONLY.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/87426d10-75c4-4bfc-9c3e-6a7902c36ab0 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Jan 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Dec 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Jan 2018 |
| Contract period | 8 Jan 2018 - 7 May 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £86,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £86,000 |
| 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 | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales, TLM Scotland, TLN Northern Ireland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | IPSOS MORI |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79310000 - Market research services

## Release History

- 10 Jan 2018 at 08:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/87426d10-75c4-4bfc-9c3e-6a7902c36ab0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/87426d10-75c4-4bfc-9c3e-6a7902c36ab0
  10th January 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/90c131a6-3a2e-46eb-a314-c93cda06e70f
  Award Letter Redacted
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/240c7eee-3d76-47f7-b9f0-a068844a6f89
  Order Form Redacted

## Notice URLs

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

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