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title: "Provision of Specialist Methodological Research and Analysis"
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# Provision of Specialist Methodological Research and Analysis

Buyer: OFFICE FOR NATIONAL STATISTICS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-25a2a337-47a1-4acf-9d22-45e96b083c17

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## Summary

The Office for National Statistics (ONS) has completed the tender process for the provision of specialist methodological research and analysis, awarded to the University of Southampton. This contract falls under the economic research services category (CPV 79311400) and covers services to be delivered in Newport, Wales (postal code NP10 8XG). The procurement method used was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period started on 1st October 2022 and will end on 30th September 2025, with the total contract value amounting to £800,000 GBP. The significant dates include the end date of the tender period on 29th May 2022 and the award date of 22nd June 2022.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in economic research and analysis, particularly those capable of delivering high-quality methodological insights. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are deemed suitable for this type of contract, offering a potential pathway for organisational growth and reputation building. Successful bidders can leverage this opportunity to enhance their portfolio, establish credibility with a high-profile government department, and potentially participate in future related tenders.

## Notice

Provision of Specialist Methodological Research and Analysis

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a34bf8ee-8b96-4a84-b251-ce4186bc7009 |
| 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, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 29 May 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Jun 2022 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2022 - 30 Sep 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £800,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £800,000 |
| 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 | OFFICE FOR NATIONAL STATISTICS |
| Locality | NEWPORT |
| Post town | Newport |
| Postcode | NP10 8XG |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL54 Monmouthshire and Newport |
| Local authority | Newport |
| Electoral ward | Tredegar Park and Marshfield |
| Westminster constituency | Newport West and Islwyn |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79311400 - Economic research services

## Release History

- 4 Dec 2024 at 15:04 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a34bf8ee-8b96-4a84-b251-ce4186bc7009
- 28 Jun 2022 at 12:55 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a34bf8ee-8b96-4a84-b251-ce4186bc7009

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a34bf8ee-8b96-4a84-b251-ce4186bc7009
  4th December 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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