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title: "PAI External Research Contracts - Hybrid Working Effectiveness"
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buyer: "H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS"
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# PAI External Research Contracts - Hybrid Working Effectiveness

Buyer: H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5741c491-503b-4186-8847-1ffb915b4518

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## Summary

The HM Revenue & Customs has awarded a contract for PAI External Research Contracts focusing on Hybrid Working Effectiveness. The procurement was for research services with a value of £70,000. The procurement method used was selective, with the contract awarded to Alma Economics Ltd. The contract period is from 28th March 2024 to 28th September 2024. The procurement stage was completed, and the tender period ended on 8th March 2024.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses in the research services industry, especially those experienced in understanding the impact of office presence on employee effectiveness. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) could find this tender suitable due to its focus on Hybrid Working Effectiveness. The contract was awarded through a selective procurement process, indicating that businesses with expertise in this niche area could compete effectively.

## Notice

HMRC is commissioning a research initiative looking to understand how office presence influences employee effectiveness and productivity. Outputs from this project will contribute to the evidence base currently supporting HMRC's strategic decisions in responding to challenges presented by the evolving hybrid work environment.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2f127653-d8f3-4b8d-bac5-0ff29f63e348 |
| 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 | 11 Apr 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Mar 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Mar 2024 |
| Contract period | 28 Mar 2024 - 28 Sep 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £70,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £70,000 |
| 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 | H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Southend-on-Sea |
| Postcode | SS99 1AA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH31 Southend-on-Sea |
| Local authority | Southend-on-Sea |
| Electoral ward | Victoria |
| Westminster constituency | Southend East and Rochford |
| 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

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 11 Apr 2024 at 12:02 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2f127653-d8f3-4b8d-bac5-0ff29f63e348

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2f127653-d8f3-4b8d-bac5-0ff29f63e348
  11th April 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/aa7af025-e0ff-4d53-8dce-6a03513078db

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