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title: "PS23170 - Research project- How to increase the attractiveness of Research, Development and Innovation (RD&I) careers. A Behavioural Science approach"
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# PS23170 - Research project- How to increase the attractiveness of Research, Development and Innovation (RD&I) careers. A Behavioural Science approach

Buyer: BEIS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-41c1cd22-bf06-4aeb-8f8a-b5053a8f4bb4

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## Summary

The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) has awarded a research project titled "PS23170 - How to increase the attractiveness of Research, Development and Innovation (RD&I) careers" to Behavioural Insights Limited. The project aims to identify evidence-based approaches to boost the R&D Workforce. The procurement process was conducted under RM6126 - Research & Insights DPS using a selective procurement method. The contract value has been increased to £89,840, and the contract period is from July 21, 2023, to April 1, 2024. The buying organisation is BEIS, located in Swindon, England.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses, especially those providing research and development services or related consultancy services, to compete for a significant government contract. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise organizations (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to participate. The project's scope focuses on enhancing the R&D Workforce, making it suitable for businesses with expertise in behavioural science and workforce development. By engaging in this tender, businesses can contribute to shaping policies and practices in the research and innovation sector, potentially leading to further growth and collaboration opportunities.

## Notice

***Modification of the Contract*** Contract Variation PS23170 001 has increased the total contract value by PS2,218.75 excluding VAT. ***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a mini competition under the RM6126 - Research & Insights DPS Brief Description of Requirement The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) are looking to undertake a research project to identify evidence-based approaches to increasing the R&D Workforce.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/96c6264a-2053-4acd-909b-afe597c18088 |
| 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, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Sep 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Jun 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Jul 2023 |
| Contract period | 20 Jul 2023 - 1 Apr 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £92,058 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £92,058 |
| 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 | BEIS |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FF |
| 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 | BEHAVIOURAL INSIGHTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 20 Sep 2023 at 08:49 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/96c6264a-2053-4acd-909b-afe597c18088
- 27 Jul 2023 at 14:20 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/96c6264a-2053-4acd-909b-afe597c18088

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/96c6264a-2053-4acd-909b-afe597c18088
  20th September 2023 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/bbc7c93d-4bd2-4ca9-9f44-c249350c3f73
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/eb89e91e-3781-4b8f-8dc2-29bc628989c3
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## Notice URLs

- https://www.uksbs.co.uk/pages/default.aspx

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