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title: "Heat networks qualitative consumer research"
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# Heat networks qualitative consumer research

Buyer: COMPETITION AND MARKETS AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-203ebef5-debd-4ec7-b717-f1119f5acaa2

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## Summary

The Competition and Markets Authority in London conducted a procurement process titled "Heat networks qualitative consumer research," aiming to explore the domestic heat networks sector through qualitative consumer research. This initiative falls under the market research services category with a contract value of £35,575. The procurement followed a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, with the tender period concluding on 6 December 2017, and the contract duration spanning from 13 December 2017 to 28 February 2018.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the market research and consumer insights sectors, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can demonstrate expertise in qualitative research methods. Engaging in this procurement could help businesses establish a foothold in the domestic heat networks market and enhance their capabilities by collaborating with governmental authorities such as the Competition and Markets Authority.

## Notice

Market study into the domestic heat networks sector. To support this work, the CMA may decide to commission qualitative consumer research.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/575576f0-6634-4349-96a9-00ca2046b93f |
| 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 | 12 Mar 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Dec 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Dec 2017 |
| Contract period | 13 Dec 2017 - 28 Feb 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £35,575 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £35,575 |
| 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 | COMPETITION AND MARKETS AUTHORITY |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Central London |
| Postcode | WC1B 4AD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI36 Camden |
| Local authority | Camden |
| Electoral ward | Bloomsbury |
| Westminster constituency | Holborn and St Pancras |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | KANTAR PUBLIC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79310000 - Market research services

## Release History

- 12 Mar 2018 at 12:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/575576f0-6634-4349-96a9-00ca2046b93f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/575576f0-6634-4349-96a9-00ca2046b93f
  12th March 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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