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title: "International comparisons research"
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# International comparisons research

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1d301e21-d6f2-4c48-95f0-5fc156e52522

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## Summary

The procurement process pertains to the research titled "International comparisons research," conducted by UK Shared Business Services Limited, with a focus on understanding global competition enforcement methods. This contract falls under the category of Research and Development Consultancy Services, valued at £50,000. The procurement method employed was selective, calling off from a framework agreement. The tender period concluded on 23rd May 2018, while the contract commenced on 4th June 2018 and is set to end on 31st August 2018. The work is located in London, United Kingdom, and the procurement stage has reached the award phase.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses excelling in research and consultancy services, particularly those focusing on market and economic research. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) may find it advantageous to engage in such contracts, as they can leverage their unique insights into international best practices. The experience gained from participating in this project could enhance their credibility and portfolio, potentially leading to future contracts in similar fields.

## Notice

The objectives of the research are to improve understanding of how national competition regimes around the world vary in their methods of competition enforcement. Specifically, the differences in characteristics and performance of different competition regimes and whether aspects of international best practice could be applied successfully to the UK regime.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f575fe06-e6df-4416-9a23-c0ef5a9da14c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Nov 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 23 May 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 May 2018 |
| Contract period | 3 Jun 2018 - 31 Aug 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £48,900 |
| 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 | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1ET |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ICF CONSULTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services
- 79300000 - Market and economic research; polling and statistics

## Release History

- 9 Nov 2018 at 10:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f575fe06-e6df-4416-9a23-c0ef5a9da14c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f575fe06-e6df-4416-9a23-c0ef5a9da14c
  9th November 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f6e9dcb0-a77d-4d7a-a877-e31d439fda82
  CR18065 - Mini Competition

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