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title: "Understanding the Commercial Opportunities in Technology in the Gulf: FinTech Study"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-2198145c-97fa-420f-b51d-fa9e475782df"
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# Understanding the Commercial Opportunities in Technology in the Gulf: FinTech Study

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2198145c-97fa-420f-b51d-fa9e475782df

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## Summary

The recent procurement process, initiated by the Department for International Trade in London, sought to explore "Understanding the Commercial Opportunities in Technology in the Gulf" through a FinTech study. The procurement, categorised under research and development consultancy services, had a total value of £20,000. The tender adhered to a contract change notice procurement method, concluding on 13 June 2019, while the contract period spanned from 17 June 2019 to 15 July 2019. This opportunity was available for entities capable of delivering consultancy services across various delivery addresses including the United Kingdom and overseas territories.

This tender presents a promising opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in research and development consultancy, particularly those with expertise in financial technology and market analysis. Businesses that can navigate complex procurement processes and demonstrate experience in conducting comprehensive studies are well-suited to participate. Engaging with such contracts can enhance a company's portfolio and build essential connections within the technology sector, fostering future growth and collaboration in the Gulf region.

## Notice

FinTech Study

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/51de43c8-8232-421f-9960-6d1360a84752 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Other - Contract Change Notice |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Jun 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Jun 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Feb 2019 |
| Contract period | 16 Jun 2019 - 15 Jul 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £20,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £66,000 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1H 0TL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ECONOMIST GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 17 Jun 2019 at 09:28 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/51de43c8-8232-421f-9960-6d1360a84752
- 21 Mar 2019 at 11:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/88352421-c8e1-4bd3-b0d7-b827a565396b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/51de43c8-8232-421f-9960-6d1360a84752
  17th June 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/88352421-c8e1-4bd3-b0d7-b827a565396b
  21st March 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d8ed22d7-779f-4fdd-b51d-aa14fb4d73b9
  Redacted Contract
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9e50db93-1e60-4ed8-a39a-7e79f1d5b32d
  Redacted Contract Change Notice

## Provenance

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