--- title: "CR19111 - Socio-economic impact of research relevant to Artificial intelligence funded by EPSRC" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-7742eb2a-e87b-44d1-a52d-ca40e2628713" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7742eb2a-e87b-44d1-a52d-ca40e2628713" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7742eb2a-e87b-44d1-a52d-ca40e2628713.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7742eb2a-e87b-44d1-a52d-ca40e2628713.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED" published: "2020-02-20" --- # CR19111 - Socio-economic impact of research relevant to Artificial intelligence funded by EPSRC Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7742eb2a-e87b-44d1-a52d-ca40e2628713 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7742eb2a-e87b-44d1-a52d-ca40e2628713) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7742eb2a-e87b-44d1-a52d-ca40e2628713.json) ## Summary The procurement process initiated by UK Shared Business Services Limited (UK SBS) sought bids for a study on the socio-economic impact of research relevant to Artificial Intelligence, funded by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC). The tender, identified as CR19111, was in the award stage with a contract value of £95,400, following the closure of bid submissions on 29th January 2020. The contract period is set from 7th February 2020 to 31st July 2020, and the procurement was conducted through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement activity falls within the research and development consultancy services industry category, with delivery centred around Swindon, England. This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in research and consultancy services, particularly those with a focus on economic and market research related to technology and artificial intelligence. Companies involved in socio-economic studies, data analysis, and policy consultancy may find themselves well-positioned to compete, especially those with past experience in government contracting or similar projects. Engaging in this contract could enhance visibility and credibility within the public sector, fostering greater growth and collaboration opportunities in the future. ## Notice * THIS PROCUREMENT IS CLOSED* The final date and time for the submission of bids is Wednesday, 29th January 2020 11:00. DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the Delta eSourcing Portal. Brief Description of Requirement The Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) wishes to commission a study to explore the economic and wider impact of research that it has funded over the past 15 years relevant to Artificial Intelligence (AI). Please ensure you review all attached information to ensure a full understanding of this requirement. All attachments can be found with the Document Uploads tab within the Delta eSourcing Portal. This contract will be awarded based on the evaluation criteria set out in the ITQ / RFP document. 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Additional information: * THIS PROCUREMET IS CLOSED* DO NOT APPLY DIRECTLY TO BUYER All submissions will be assessed in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, for procurement values that exceed Regulation 5 (Threshold amounts) Responses must be received by the date in the tender documentation; responses received outside of the deadline or not sent via the Delta eSourcing portal will not be accepted or considered further for this opportunity. As a user of the Delta eSourcing Portal you will have access to the Delta messaging service which facilitates all messages sent to you and from you in relation to any specific tender event. Please note it is your responsibility to access these messages on a regular basis to ensure you have sight of all relevant information applicable to this opportunity. The contracting authority expressly reserves the right: i. not to award any contract as a result of the procurement process commenced by publication of this notice;and ii. to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the procurement; and in no circumstances will the contracting authority be liable for any costs incurred by any supplier. If the contracting authority decides to enter into a contract with the successful supplier, this does not mean that there is any guarantee of subsequent contracts being awarded. Any expenditure, work or effort undertaken prior to contract award is accordingly a matter solely for the commercial judgement of bidders. About UK Shared Business Services UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) brings a commercial attitude to the public sector; helping our contracting authorities to improve efficiency, generate savings and modernise. Where UK SBS is not named as the Contracting Authority within the documentation, UK SBS will be acting as an agent on behalf of the Contracting Authority. Our broad range of expert services is shared by our customers. This allows our customers the freedom to focus resources on core activities; innovating and transforming their own organisations. For full details of our partner base please review the following link: http://www.uksbs.co.uk/services/procure/contracts/Pages/default.aspx ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2070948d-b22f-4f4e-8fd5-f59b6c03f818 | | 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 | Large | | All stages | Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 20 Feb 2020 | | Submission deadline | 29 Jan 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 4 Feb 2020 | | Contract period | 7 Feb 2020 - 31 Jul 2020 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £95,400 | | 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 | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED | | Locality | SWINDON | | Post town | Swindon | | Postcode | SN2 1FF | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire | | ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon | | Local authority | Swindon | | Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney | | Westminster constituency | Swindon North | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | CAMBRIDGE POLICY CONSULTANTS | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services - 79300000 - Market and economic research; polling and statistics ## Release History - 20 Feb 2020 at 13:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2070948d-b22f-4f4e-8fd5-f59b6c03f818 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2070948d-b22f-4f4e-8fd5-f59b6c03f818 20th February 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://uksbs.delta-esourcing.com Delta eSourcing Portal ## Notice URLs - http://www.uksbs.co.uk - http://www.uksbs.co.uk/services/procure/contracts/Pages/default.aspx ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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