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title: "1617PT09 research on 'The Sharing Economy - understanding user characteristics and tax-reporting behaviours'"
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# 1617PT09 research on 'The Sharing Economy - understanding user characteristics and tax-reporting behaviours'

Buyer: H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3837c51f-e52b-4cf2-98fa-1b84cbef56e7

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## Summary

The procurement process for the research project titled "1617PT09 research on 'The Sharing Economy - understanding user characteristics and tax-reporting behaviours'" was conducted by H M Revenue & Customs (HMRC), located in Salford, England. This contract, worth £107,983, falls under the category of research and development services and related consultancy services. The procurement was initiated as a mini competition as part of the HMRC/DWP Social and Economic Research Framework 2013, with key dates including a tender period that ended on 11 July 2016 and a contract duration from 11 October 2016 to 29 March 2017. The procurement method used for this contract was classified as "Other." 

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in qualitative and quantitative research, particularly those with expertise in economic studies and tax reporting. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, given the contract's suitability for them. Engaging in this procurement can help businesses gain valuable experience in government contracts and expand their portfolios in the research sector, particularly in emerging areas like the sharing economy.

## Notice

This qualitative and quantitative research will help understanding the extent and size of the sharing economy, both in terms of income generated by, and the number and characteristics of, those who participate for profit ('Providers'), as well as their knowledge, attitude, and decision-making processes in relation to taxation of income generated in the Sharing Economy. Additional information: This contract was let as part of a mini competition under the HMRC/DWP Social and Economic Research Framework 2013.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c99fd807-f3f5-4e58-87a5-4da1a5bd7657 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Jan 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Jul 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Oct 2016 |
| Contract period | 10 Oct 2016 - 29 Mar 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £107,983 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £107,983 |
| 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 | SALFORD |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M60 9LA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Salford |
| Electoral ward | Ordsall |
| Westminster constituency | Salford |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NATCEN SOCIAL RESEARCH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 4 Jan 2017 at 17:30 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c99fd807-f3f5-4e58-87a5-4da1a5bd7657
- 4 Jan 2017 at 15:58 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c99fd807-f3f5-4e58-87a5-4da1a5bd7657

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c99fd807-f3f5-4e58-87a5-4da1a5bd7657
  4th January 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/88b5cefc-2e0d-46d0-9a07-5b2b9638f73e
  Service Order
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/31abbee4-ca0e-444b-a60a-7f9cf6445311
  Service Order

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/hm-revenue-customs/about/research

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