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title: "GB-Manchester: ACE 686 DAC - Research into economic spillovers of conservatoires"
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# GB-Manchester: ACE 686 DAC - Research into economic spillovers of conservatoires

Buyer: THE ARTS COUNCIL OF ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8c7396c7-cf8a-48a0-bff5-beae67fce13c

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## Summary

The procurement process for the project titled "GB-Manchester: ACE 686 DAC - Research into economic spillovers of conservatoires" has been completed, with the award stage finalised. Commissioned by The Arts Council of England, based in Manchester, this contract falls under the industry category of economic research services. The contract period began on 21 February 2025 and ended on 31 March 2025. While the procurement method specifics are not detailed, the scope includes services delivered across multiple locations such as the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom. The buyer, The Arts Council of England, managed the process, which saw RADA IN BUSINESS LIMITED being awarded the contract on 13 February 2025, with a total contract value of £22,250.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in economic research, particularly those able to provide insights into cultural institution impacts. Although the procurement did not specify suitability for SMEs or VCSEs, larger research firms, similar to RADA IN BUSINESS LIMITED, are well-suited contenders due to the project scale and geographical reach. Businesses with a robust capability in delivering comprehensive analysis across diverse locations could leverage such a contract to strengthen their portfolio and demonstrate their expertise in high-profile public sector projects.

## Notice

Undertaking research exploring the economic spillovers of conservatoires in England

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6183391f-cbf7-4814-b643-b061b10065f7 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | 21 Feb 2025 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £22,250 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £22,250 |
| 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 | THE ARTS COUNCIL OF ENGLAND |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M1 1FN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Piccadilly |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RADA IN BUSINESS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79311400 - Economic research services

## Release History

- 16 May 2025 at 10:55 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6183391f-cbf7-4814-b643-b061b10065f7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6183391f-cbf7-4814-b643-b061b10065f7
  16th May 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=950696053
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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