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title: "PS25226 - Research into appraisal methods for R&D spending"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-423354cb-0271-4dbb-bb53-7a13d1918602"
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buyer: "ICS ON BEHALF OF DSIT AND DESNZ"
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# PS25226 - Research into appraisal methods for R&D spending

Buyer: ICS ON BEHALF OF DSIT AND DESNZ  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-423354cb-0271-4dbb-bb53-7a13d1918602

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## Summary

The procurement process for "PS25226 - Research into appraisal methods for R&D spending" has reached the award stage, having concluded its tender period on 18 November 2025. The contracting authority is ICS, acting on behalf of DSIT and DESNZ, headquartered in Swindon, England. The procurement method employed was selective, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system under the CCS RM6126 Research & Insights DPS. This service-based contract focuses on research and development and consultancy services, spanning various locations including British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The contract period commences on 16 December 2025 and concludes on 31 March 2026. With the award being published on 16 December 2025, SQW Limited has been chosen as the supplier with a contract value of £207,294.

This tender represents significant prospects for SMEs, given its suitability criteria, and is tailored towards businesses specialising in research and consultancy services for R&D projects. Enterprises capable of illustrating detailed case studies and providing supplementary guidance aligning with DSIT’s objectives will find this contract particularly attractive. As the initiative aligns with recommendation 4 of the David Willetts review, it provides a path for companies to justifiably grow their business by contributing expertise towards enhancing appraisal methods in scientific and technology assessments. Participation in such government contracts can bolster the industry standing of businesses, allowing them to foster relationships with public authorities and broaden their market footprint internationally.

## Notice

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a mini competition under the CCS RM6126 Research & Insights DPS Brief Description of Requirement This specification resource is for research into the appraisal methods for R&D projects, including case studies, that will support DSIT's ongoing activities to create R&D supplementary guidance. This will enable DSIT to deliver recommendation 4 of the David Willetts review into business cases, which recommends producing supplementary guidance for the Green Book to support assessment of science and technology business cases

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/554e0ac4-f1ca-48da-b111-9ad84db7a1c6 |
| 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 | 16 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 16 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £207,294 |
| 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 | ICS ON BEHALF OF DSIT AND DESNZ |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1LF |
| 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 | SQW |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 16 Dec 2025 at 14:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/554e0ac4-f1ca-48da-b111-9ad84db7a1c6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/554e0ac4-f1ca-48da-b111-9ad84db7a1c6
  16th December 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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