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title: "Precept Surveys"
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buyer: "DEVON AND SOMERSET FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY"
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# Precept Surveys

Buyer: DEVON AND SOMERSET FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3ecd0912-15f2-43a3-9bb6-8afe115e95e9

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## Summary

The Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Authority is currently conducting a tender for "Precept Surveys," specifically aimed at obtaining telephone interviews to inform council tax precept decisions for the 2022/23 fiscal year. This procurement falls under the services category, classified as business analysis consultancy services, and is being carried out through an open procedure. The tender was published on 10 June 2021, with a submission deadline set for 30 June 2021. The contract is expected to commence on 1 September 2021 and will last until 31 August 2024. Interested parties should note that the delivery locations include the United Kingdom and other specified territories worldwide.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for firms specialising in business analysis consultancy services, particularly those with capabilities in conducting opinion polls and surveys. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate in this procurement process, as they are suitable candidates for this contract. Businesses that have experience in public sector engagements and can demonstrate expertise in gathering and analysing public opinion will be particularly well-positioned to compete for this contract.

## Notice

Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Authority has a requirement for the provision of Telephone Interviews relating to Precept Surveys. This requirement is to conduct an opinion poll of businesses and members of the public. This informs the level of charge for Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Authority for Council Tax bills commencing 2022/23. The results of this important project will inform the Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Authority's decision making process of determining the level at which to set its Council Tax precept. Each year the poll is carried out during circa November with results delivered to the Authority in early January. Full details of the specification and tender requirements are available through EU Supply Bluelight. https://uk.eu-supply.com/login.asp?B=BLUELIGHT

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1308f95-4c68-49e3-ac72-b6bd06074f27 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Jun 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Jun 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2021 - 31 Aug 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £70,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEVON AND SOMERSET FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX3 0NW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | East Devon |
| Electoral ward | Clyst Valley |
| Westminster constituency | Exmouth and Exeter East |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72221000 - Business analysis consultancy services

## Release History

- 10 Jun 2021 at 16:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1308f95-4c68-49e3-ac72-b6bd06074f27

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1308f95-4c68-49e3-ac72-b6bd06074f27
  10th June 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=38229&B=BLUELIGHT
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/30504
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

- http://www.dsfire.gov.uk
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/login.asp?B=BLUELIGHT

## Provenance

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