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title: "Provision of Fraud and Error Deterrence and Prevention Message Testing"
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# Provision of Fraud and Error Deterrence and Prevention Message Testing

Buyer: CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-63774ae7-86fa-49b7-b1c0-11b3cadb1524

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## Summary

The Crown Commercial Service has successfully completed the tender process for the "Provision of Fraud and Error Deterrence and Prevention Message Testing," primarily focused on the research and development services sector. The contract, awarded on 22 February 2018, has a total value of £35,230 and is set to commence on 5 March 2018, concluding on 4 July 2018. This selective procurement method was conducted as a call-off from a framework agreement, inviting suppliers to deliver services across various locations including the United Kingdom and its overseas territories, as well as Europe.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), particularly those specialising in qualitative research and consultancy services. Businesses that can provide insights into improving compliance with benefit regulations may find this an ideal avenue for growth, allowing them to engage with the Department for Work and Pensions and expand their portfolio within the research industry.

## Notice

1.1 The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) (The Authority) wishes to commission an independent research organisation to conduct qualitative research with benefit claimants to explore their reactions and responses to a set of new messages designed to improve compliance with the benefit rules and discourage fraudulent behaviour. The research is intended to generate insight to guide the development of future communications activities/products aimed at benefit claimants.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/72f67830-a418-4f81-a676-38f1992faa19 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Mar 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Feb 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Feb 2018 |
| Contract period | 5 Mar 2018 - 4 Jul 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £35,230 |
| 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 | CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE |
| 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 | SOLUTIONS STRATEGY RESEARCH FACILITATION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 26 Mar 2018 at 10:08 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/72f67830-a418-4f81-a676-38f1992faa19

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/72f67830-a418-4f81-a676-38f1992faa19
  26th March 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/092ab94c-deaa-4e3a-96cb-67027c9eed52
  Award Letter

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