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title: "BTA2193 Direct Award IPS 2026 sponsored questions"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-8c4cdd42-2769-4085-8f0a-e69dfc5b2362"
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current_stage: "Award"
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published: "2026-01-23"
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# BTA2193 Direct Award IPS 2026 sponsored questions

Buyer: BRITISH TOURIST AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8c4cdd42-2769-4085-8f0a-e69dfc5b2362

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## Summary

The British Tourist Authority has completed the procurement process titled "BTA2193 Direct Award IPS 2026 sponsored questions," categorised under market research services. This contract, valued at £81,931.77, was procured through a direct, single tender action below the threshold, indicating a specialised and targeted approach. The process culminated in an active award on 1st January 2026, with the contract running from that same date until 31st May 2027. The service areas covered include a variety of locations such as the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, British Overseas Territories, Europe, Isle of Man, and more, highlighting the potential for extensive reach and impact.

This tender represents significant business growth opportunities, especially for entities focused on market research services. The direct award, secured by the Office for National Statistics, reflects a requirement for expertise in data analysis and strategic insights, suggesting that well-established firms in the analytics domain are best suited to fulfil such contracts. Although not specifically targeting SMEs or VCSEs, companies with a credible track record in large-scale research projects can leverage this as a stepping stone for future collaborations with governmental bodies, enhancing reputation and portfolio.

## Notice

BTA2193 Direct Award IPS 2026 sponsored questions

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e38dc866-bf3e-41fc-9d83-e05ff453fd28 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2026 - 31 May 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £81,931 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £81,931 |
| 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 | BRITISH TOURIST AUTHORITY |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B2 4AJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Ladywood |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | OFFICE FOR NATIONAL STATISTICS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79310000 - Market research services

## Release History

- 23 Jan 2026 at 17:21 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e38dc866-bf3e-41fc-9d83-e05ff453fd28

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e38dc866-bf3e-41fc-9d83-e05ff453fd28
  23rd January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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