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# CCZZ19A02 - Research into Design Principles

Buyer: HM TREASURY : HM TREASURY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-926e5230-8537-437b-90e1-a640a71f70ef

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "CCZZ19A02 - Research into Design Principles" is being conducted by HM Treasury based in Liverpool, England. It falls under the category of research services and is currently in the active tender stage. Interested providers must register on the Crown Commercial Service e-Sourcing Suite to participate, and they can express their interest via email. The tender period concluded on 27 February 2019, with the contract period set to commence on 29 March 2019 and run until 28 March 2020. The procurement method is open, specifically designed for below-threshold procedures.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in research services to expand their reach by engaging with a governmental body. Companies that are well-suited to compete include those with strong capabilities in research methodologies and design principles. Additionally, smaller enterprises and innovative research firms may find value in this contract as they can leverage their unique approaches to stand out in the bidding process, potentially leading to significant growth opportunities in the public sector.

## Notice

Research into Design Principles for the NIC. Additional information: How to apply Instructions to Potential Providers: Potential Providers must first be registered on the Crown Commercial Service e-Sourcing Suite in order to respond to the Procurement. If you have not yet registered on the e-Sourcing Suite, this can be done online at https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk by following the link 'Register for CCS e-Sourcing'. Please note that, to register, you must have a valid DUNS number (as provided by Dun and Bradstreet) for the organisation which you are registering, who will be entering into a contract if invited to do so at the Invitation to Tender stage. Potential Providers should note that it could take up to 10 working days to obtain a DUNS number. Full instructions for registration and use of the system can be found at: http://gps.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/i-am-supplier/respond-tender Once you have registered on the e-Sourcing Suite, you will need to express your interest by emailing ExpressionOfInterest@Crowncommercial.gov.uk [The dead line for expressing an interest in the Request for Information event is [insert time, day and date (DD/MM/YYYY)]] [Delete if not applicable (ie Open competitions)] Your email must clearly state: - name/reference of this procurement - the name of the registered supplier; and - the name and contact details Crown Commercial Service will then process your registration and assign your organisation to the opportunity. The registered user will receive a notification email to alert them once this has been done. It is advised however that Potential Providers register as soon as practically possible in order to receive the Invitation to Tender and have a sufficient amount of time to respond. Crown Commercial Service is not able to offer any extensions to the advertised procurement timetable. For technical assistance on use of the e-Sourcing Suite please contact the Helpdesk: Freephone: 0345 010 3503 Email: supplier@Crowncommercial.gov.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e5e6844b-88f0-4528-9e59-142c28bcb387 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 May 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Feb 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 29 Mar 2019 - 28 Mar 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | HM TREASURY : HM TREASURY |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L3 9PP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | City Centre North |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 8 May 2019 at 11:14 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e5e6844b-88f0-4528-9e59-142c28bcb387

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e5e6844b-88f0-4528-9e59-142c28bcb387
  8th May 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6c51c52b-19ca-4093-abdf-f3245954cb6e
  CCZZ19A02 - REDACTED Award Letter v1.0 - Final
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/47e20c1d-e6e0-435a-8e15-d2a60011e6e2
  CCZZ19A02 - REDACTED Open Market Annexes - Services v1.1 - Final

## Notice URLs

- http://gps.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/i-am-supplier/respond-tender
- https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/crown-commercial-service

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