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title: "19-20FS: Feasibility study: understanding agent experiences of HMRC powers"
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# 19-20FS: Feasibility study: understanding agent experiences of HMRC powers

Buyer: H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-42cb92e6-7098-4909-be8b-9f09103141e7

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## Summary

The public procurement process involves H M Revenue & Customs, which is conducting a feasibility study titled "19-20FS: Feasibility study: understanding agent experiences of HMRC powers". This procurement falls under the social research services category and is based in the North West region of the United Kingdom. The tender was awarded on 19 February 2020 with a contract value of £24,210. The contract period extends from 19 February 2020 to 18 May 2020, and the procurement was carried out through a selective method, as a call-off from a framework agreement. Notably, the tender period ended on 18 February 2020.

This tender provides a unique opportunity for businesses in the research and consultancy sector, particularly those specialising in social research and governmental studies. Companies that have experience with government agencies or expertise in conducting qualitative research, particularly depth interviews, would be well-suited to engage in similar future contracts. The insights gathered from such studies can significantly aid HMRC and similar organisations in enhancing their operational effectiveness, thereby fostering further business opportunities in this niche sector.

## Notice

Feasibility study consisting of small number of depth interviews with agents to understand their experience of handling investigations on behalf of clients who have been subject to specific HMRC powers.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c0785450-269e-43df-a76d-257fb9aea83e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Feb 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Feb 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Feb 2020 |
| Contract period | 19 Feb 2020 - 18 May 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £24,210 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £24,210 |
| 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 | M15 4QG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Deansgate |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | IPSOS MORI |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79315000 - Social research services

## Release History

- 26 Feb 2020 at 16:42 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c0785450-269e-43df-a76d-257fb9aea83e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c0785450-269e-43df-a76d-257fb9aea83e
  26th February 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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