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title: "Smart Data (Research into cross-sector oversight and interoperability)"
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# Smart Data (Research into cross-sector oversight and interoperability)

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-69b65a85-cf60-4b54-acbc-d39e3b2ca2ba

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## Summary

The Department for Business and Trade has procured a research project titled "Smart Data (Research into cross-sector oversight and interoperability)" under the industry category of Research and Development services. This tender, conducted through a selective call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, focuses on designing cross-sector governance for Smart Data schemes in various sectors such as banking, transport, retail, and more. With a contract value of £174,590, the procurement process has reached the award stage, and the contract period spans from 24th December 2024 to 15th June 2025. The project covers delivery addresses in the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs and VCSEs to contribute to a high-impact research initiative that spans multiple critical sectors. Businesses proficient in R&D and consultancy services, particularly those with experience in data governance, regulatory compliance, and sector interoperability, will find this tender suitable. Engaging in this project can foster business growth by expanding expertise in emerging data technologies and governance models, providing a platform for showcasing innovation and establishing important sectoral connections.

## Notice

This project will conduct research into the potential design of cross-sector governance for Smart Data schemes in high priority sectors (such as banking, transport, retail, finance, telecommunications, energy, and home buying).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/463898fc-eeca-469d-b498-e0007a18a86c |
| 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, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | 24 Dec 2024 - 15 Jun 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £174,590 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £174,590 |
| 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 BUSINESS AND TRADE |
| Additional buyers | DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2BL |
| 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 | THE PUBLIC SERVICE CONSULTANTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 25 Feb 2025 at 11:02 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/463898fc-eeca-469d-b498-e0007a18a86c
- 13 Jan 2025 at 12:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/463898fc-eeca-469d-b498-e0007a18a86c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/463898fc-eeca-469d-b498-e0007a18a86c
  25th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0f3111a5-393c-4f24-95c5-71e53e80aa83
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