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title: "Research on The Deterrence Effect of Prosecutions"
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# Research on The Deterrence Effect of Prosecutions

Buyer: H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5052ae51-c34b-416e-923d-55cb927dc1f4

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## Summary

The procurement process for the contract titled "Research on The Deterrence Effect of Prosecutions" was conducted by H M Revenue & Customs (HMRC), a UK governmental organisation based in London. The tender falls under the "Research and experimental development services" industry category, and its delivery is specifically allocated to England. This procurement reached the "Award" stage, with the contract being awarded to Verian Group UK Ltd on 14th July 2025. The contract has an estimated value of £202,676.19 and spans from 15th July 2025 to 15th July 2026. The process was executed using a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. Initially, the tender period concluded on 19th May 2025.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), which were deemed suitable for this procurement. Companies with expertise in quantitative research and an understanding of policy impact assessments would find this project well-aligned with their capabilities. Engaging with such contracts helps businesses to enhance their reputation and credentials within the public sector, potentially opening doors to future collaborative or solo projects demanding high-level research skills and insights into policy formation.

## Notice

HMRC are seeking a research provider to conduct quantitative research involving a large-scale survey, with an optional qualitative stage consisting of up to 30 in-depth interviews. The aim of this research is to gather robust, evidence based insights to inform policy and decision making.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/19ae34f3-1a3d-4d9d-8ff0-960bb954aca9 |
| 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 |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 19 May 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 14 Jul 2025 - 15 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £202,676 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £202,676 |
| 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 | 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 | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | VERIAN GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73100000 - Research and experimental development services

## Release History

- 11 Aug 2025 at 16:46 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/19ae34f3-1a3d-4d9d-8ff0-960bb954aca9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/19ae34f3-1a3d-4d9d-8ff0-960bb954aca9
  11th August 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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