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title: "Journalist Safety research Project"
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# Journalist Safety research Project

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4419c6b4-734c-4b7f-bc11-1097415a9b1c

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Journalist Safety Research Project" was commissioned by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) in the UK, focusing on research into the safety issues faced by journalists. Categorised under CPV code 73000000 for research and development services, this selective procurement was conducted through a call-off from a framework agreement. Key dates include the tender end on 26th August 2025 and the award decision made on 26th September 2025, with the contract running from 22nd September 2025 to 28th February 2026. The process is in the 'award' stage, and the project is valued at £96,025. The primary delivery is located in London, with the postal code SW1A 2BQ.

This project presents significant opportunities for businesses within the research and development sector, particularly those specialising in consultancy services related to media safety. Companies such as Alma Economics Ltd have been successfully integrated into the procurement project, indicating potential for large-scale firms in compliance with framework agreements. The suitability for SMEs and VCSEs has also been highlighted, offering a broad spectrum for businesses aiming to extend their reach in public sector contracts. Engaging in such projects can catalyse growth by demonstrating expertise in niche areas like journalist safety, potentially leveraging such projects to expand into further governmental research initiatives.

## Notice

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) requires a supplier to provide research into the safety issues and threats experienced by journalists in the UK.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e208b1c8-9e00-4b0e-98d7-7105006eceac |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 21 Sep 2025 - 28 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £96,025 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £96,025 |
| 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 CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2BQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ALMA ECONOMICS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 18 Nov 2025 at 10:02 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e208b1c8-9e00-4b0e-98d7-7105006eceac

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e208b1c8-9e00-4b0e-98d7-7105006eceac
  18th November 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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