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title: "7F-2020-0142 - Public Views and Experiences of Policing"
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# 7F-2020-0142 - Public Views and Experiences of Policing

Buyer: 7 FORCES PROCUREMENT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9185811e-9709-47a2-b29d-11eb57b22459

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "7F-2020-0142 - Public Views and Experiences of Policing" is initiated by 7 Forces Procurement, representing the Norfolk and Suffolk Constabularies and the Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Essex along with Essex Police. This tender falls under the research services category, specifically aimed at obtaining and interpreting residents' views regarding policing and the criminal justice system in the East of England. The tender period is currently active and will close on 24th August 2020 at 23:59 BST, with a contract period commencing on 31st October 2020 and concluding on 30th October 2024. The total contract value is estimated at £600,000, with a minimum value of £500,000, and the procurement method is classified as an open procedure, allowing for broad competition.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for firms specialising in research and public engagement. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as they are well-suited to address the specific needs of community feedback and experience analysis. Those with expertise in qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, particularly within the public sector context, should consider submitting a proposal, either for one or both of the two contract lots available for Norfolk and Suffolk, and Essex. Engaging in this process can enhance your business profile and contribute to crucial public service improvements.

## Notice

Norfolk and Suffolk Constabularies, The Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Essex and Essex Police are seeking a delivery partner for a project that obtains and interprets the views of residents on the police and wider criminal justice system. Please note that there are 2 separate contract opportunities: LOT 1 - Public Views, Experience of Policing and Criminal Justice in Norfolk and Suffolk. LOT 2 - Public Views, Experience of Policing and Criminal Justice in Essex. Tenderers are invited to submit a Tender for any one lot or any combination of lots.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc87fd60-b271-4284-b520-77becc56b06e |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jul 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Aug 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Oct 2020 - 30 Oct 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £600,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | 7 FORCES PROCUREMENT |
| Locality | IPSWICH |
| Post town | Ipswich |
| Postcode | IP5 3QS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH63 East Suffolk |
| Local authority | East Suffolk |
| Electoral ward | Martlesham & Purdis Farm |
| Westminster constituency | Suffolk Coastal |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 22 Jul 2020 at 16:02 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc87fd60-b271-4284-b520-77becc56b06e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc87fd60-b271-4284-b520-77becc56b06e
  22nd July 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=33699&B=BLUELIGHT
  For this tender, EU Supply e-tendering portal will be used to co-ordinate the compilation, distribution and receipt of tenders electronically. All tenders must be directed through the e-tendering portal.
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/32209
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

- http://www.suffolk.police.uk

## Provenance

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