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title: "UK SBS - PS21112 - REF Results user research Quotation Request"
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# UK SBS - PS21112 - REF Results user research Quotation Request

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2a313324-459a-42e9-96db-762b31293620

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by UK Shared Business Services Limited, revolves around the contract titled "UK SBS - PS21112 - REF Results user research Quotation Request." This contract, classified within the industry category of research and development consultancy services, is located in Swindon, England. The procurement method used was a limited one, conducted through a competitive quotation process. The contract was awarded on 3rd September 2021, following the end of the tender period on 25th August 2021. The contract's duration extends from 13th September 2021 to 30th November 2021, with a total value of £39,950.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses looking to expand their reach in the consultancy sector, especially those specialising in user research and market analysis. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) would be particularly well-suited to compete, as the procurement authority encourages engagement from firms of this nature. Businesses that can effectively conduct focus groups and surveys within higher education institutions will find this contract aligns well with their expertise, potentially enhancing their portfolio and client base.

## Notice

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a competitive quote exercise. Brief Description of Requirement The supplier is required to undertake user research to establish the user requirements and ideal information design for the above items that the funding bodies will publish. The successful supplier will undertake user research through focus groups and/or surveys of higher education institutions and other users of the REF results to understand how the format and functionality of the REF 2021 results best serve user needs

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7a44ff78-6e81-44b4-9560-5f376965e67f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Oct 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Aug 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Sep 2021 |
| Contract period | 12 Sep 2021 - 30 Nov 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £40,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £39,950 |
| 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 1FL |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CX PARTNERS |

## 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

- 22 Oct 2021 at 13:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7a44ff78-6e81-44b4-9560-5f376965e67f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7a44ff78-6e81-44b4-9560-5f376965e67f
  22nd October 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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