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title: "1920CTSD16 Exploring the impact of income tax reporting and payment within the online Sharing Economy and Gig Economy"
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# 1920CTSD16 Exploring the impact of income tax reporting and payment within the online Sharing Economy and Gig Economy

Buyer: H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2329d0a4-6583-427c-aa2a-e0e26995fd16

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by H M Revenue & Customs, involved the tender titled "1920CTSD16 Exploring the impact of income tax reporting and payment within the online Sharing Economy and Gig Economy." This project focused on qualitative research to enhance HMRC's understanding of online platform users and their taxation effects. The procurement falls under the category of research and development services, with the contract based in London. The tender was completed with a total value of £59,927, and the contract period spanned from 1 August 2019 to 17 January 2020. This procurement was executed using a selective method, with the contract awarded on 31 July 2019.

This tender presents opportunities for growth primarily for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) engaged in research and consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in the dynamics of the gig economy and online platforms. Companies that specialise in qualitative research, economic analysis, and taxation-related studies would be well-suited to compete for similar future tenders, leveraging their ability to provide insights into rapidly evolving business models within the sharing economy.

## Notice

A qualitative research project to improve HMRC's understanding of online platform users and the potential impact of changes to the way they are taxed on the income generated through online platforms. Additional information: This contract was let following further competition within the BEIS Research & Evaluation Framework.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3ea51ff6-997a-4531-bc78-b4e2caf3f2fc |
| 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 | 2 Jan 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Jun 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jul 2019 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2019 - 17 Jan 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £59,927 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £59,927 |
| 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 | H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M60 9AF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Deansgate |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 2 Jan 2020 at 18:13 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3ea51ff6-997a-4531-bc78-b4e2caf3f2fc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3ea51ff6-997a-4531-bc78-b4e2caf3f2fc
  2nd January 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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