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title: "Financial Inclusion Research"
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# Financial Inclusion Research

Buyer: FCA  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-945e064e-26d2-458b-bc0f-ea328d46ca18

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## Summary

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has awarded a contract for "Financial Inclusion Research" to Esro Ltd. The research, valued at £37,665 GBP, aims to improve understanding of financial transactions among excluded social groups. The procurement method used was selective, calling off from a framework agreement. The tender period ended on 9th January 2024, and the contract is valid from 22nd January to 31st March 2024, with a total value of £20,000 GBP. The project is located in London, United Kingdom, catering to the services industry.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses, particularly those in market and economic research fields, to engage in qualitative research activities. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this tender particularly suitable for bidding. For interested businesses, contacting Laura McKee at FCAProcurement@fca.org.uk for further information about the tender process would be advisable. With the aim of promoting financial inclusion, this project aligns with the societal goals of the FCA, offering a chance for businesses to contribute positively to societal impact through their services.

## Notice

Qualitative research to improve our understanding of how members of some of the most excluded social groups conduct their daily financial transactions and the barriers they face.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/13d36611-005a-4ebd-b1d5-a90e7775e056 |
| 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 | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Jan 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Jan 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Jan 2024 |
| Contract period | 22 Jan 2024 - 31 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £20,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £37,665 |
| 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 | FCA |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E20 1JN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI41 Hackney and Newham |
| Local authority | Newham |
| Electoral ward | Stratford Olympic Park |
| Westminster constituency | Stratford and Bow |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ESRO |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79300000 - Market and economic research; polling and statistics

## Release History

- 31 Jan 2024 at 15:34 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/13d36611-005a-4ebd-b1d5-a90e7775e056

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/13d36611-005a-4ebd-b1d5-a90e7775e056
  31st January 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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