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title: "Statement of Safety Principles Public Perceptions Research"
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# Statement of Safety Principles Public Perceptions Research

Buyer: DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3ab4f067-a799-4cb1-b537-ce48e16c1b30

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## Summary

The Department for Transport (DfTc), based in London, has completed the procurement process for "Statement of Safety Principles Public Perceptions Research" in the field of research services related to autonomous vehicles. This contract, valued at £146,621, was part of a selective tender method involving a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The award phase concluded on 17th December 2025, with the contract active from 1st December 2025 to 31st March 2026. This procurement covers various locations, including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, and Europe.

This contract presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs in the research services sector. Companies well-suited for this tender typically have expertise in public perception studies, especially concerning emerging technologies like autonomous vehicles. DG Cities Limited, a small to medium-sized enterprise based in Kent, successfully secured the contract, illustrating the potential for similar organisations to gain government contracts with the right capability and focus. Engaging in such procurement processes can lead to expansion in international markets and collaboration with governmental agencies, fostering sector-specific growth and innovation.

## Notice

Research into statement of safety principles public perceptions for autonomous vehicles.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a664e5cb-ca21-4311-b247-b430778abc7d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £146,621 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £146,621 |
| 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 | DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 4DR |
| 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 | Vincent Square |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DG CITIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 17 Dec 2025 at 15:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a664e5cb-ca21-4311-b247-b430778abc7d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a664e5cb-ca21-4311-b247-b430778abc7d
  17th December 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f42b5c23-a2cd-4cb2-bb6c-34aa96c6bd93
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