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title: "R&D Science & Analysis Programme: Understanding Player Experiences of Loot Box Protections"
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# R&D Science & Analysis Programme: Understanding Player Experiences of Loot Box Protections

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-96a67deb-aa8c-484e-a005-63baed667526

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## Summary

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has recently completed the procurement process for a project titled "R&D Science & Analysis Programme: Understanding Player Experiences of Loot Box Protections." This procurement falls under the industry category of research and development services and related consultancy services (CPV 73000000) and is located in London, specifically at the postal code SW1A 2BQ. The procurement reached the award stage with the end date for the tender period being 12 August 2024 and the contract period set from 16 September 2024 to 31 March 2025. The project has a total value of £365,245 and was procured through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for companies, particularly SMEs and VCSEs, to engage in a high-profile research project with DCMS. The project is particularly well-suited for businesses with expertise in research and development services, providing insights and analysis into player experiences with loot box protections. Successful bidders will have the chance to collaborate with the government and contribute to policy-making and regulatory frameworks, potentially enhancing their portfolio and establishing a strong working relationship with a major governmental department. The awarded supplier for this contract is Public Group International Ltd, a large-scale organisation based in Westminster.

## Notice

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) requires a supplier to provide research services regarding player experiences of loot box protections.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3dbee6bd-9f81-4729-a754-059a691e251a |
| 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, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | 15 Sep 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £365,245 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £365,245 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2BQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PUBLIC GROUP INTERNATIONAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 2 Oct 2024 at 08:27 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3dbee6bd-9f81-4729-a754-059a691e251a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3dbee6bd-9f81-4729-a754-059a691e251a
  2nd October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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