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title: "Research into Universal Credit Full Service"
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# Research into Universal Credit Full Service

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS : DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-43f700f4-5a3e-4b74-aeab-00a1a1294772

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Department for Work and Pensions, seeking research services under the title "Research into Universal Credit Full Service." This tender falls under the social research services category and has a contract value of £360,000, with a minimum value of £120,000. The contract period begins on 14th February 2020 and concludes on 12th February 2021. The tender was awarded on 13th February 2020, following a selective procurement method, which utilised a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The project addresses needs across various regions, including the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories.

This opportunity could facilitate business growth for firms that specialise in social research methodologies and analyses, particularly those experienced in government contracts. Businesses with a strong track record in research and evaluation services would be well-suited to respond to similar tenders, as evident from the recent contract awarded to IPSOS MORI UK LIMITED, a large company in the sector. Engaging with such contracts can enhance visibility and create new avenues for contract opportunities for firms looking to expand their portfolio in public sector research services.

## Notice

This is a Contract for research into the Universal Credit Full Service.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d2a84b82-b082-4d2f-bda0-993b62f436dd |
| 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 | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Feb 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Nov 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Feb 2020 |
| Contract period | 14 Feb 2020 - 12 Feb 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £360,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £120,000 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS : DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L3 9PP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | City Centre North |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## 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

- 25 Feb 2020 at 14:07 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d2a84b82-b082-4d2f-bda0-993b62f436dd

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d2a84b82-b082-4d2f-bda0-993b62f436dd
  25th February 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/22700c5f-2d15-4c84-afe9-dccdc9cf98d3
  Redacted Contract

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/crown-commercial-service

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