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title: "1617BT10 Partial Exemption Research"
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# 1617BT10 Partial Exemption Research

Buyer: H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-96c6e32f-ccf6-47e5-ac56-875b66cf2389

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "1617BT10 Partial Exemption Research" is led by H M Revenue & Customs, aimed at exploring VAT partial exemption among businesses in the United Kingdom. This contract, classified under research and experimental development services, had a total value of £136,008 and was completed following a tender period that ended on 27 June 2016. The contract duration started on 18 July 2016 and concluded on 1 March 2017. The procurement method used was classified as 'Other', and it was awarded after a mini competition within the DWP Social and Economic Research Framework 2013.

This contract presents opportunities primarily for research firms and consultancies, particularly those with expertise in tax policies and economic research. Businesses capable of providing nuanced insights into VAT application and recovery rates would be well-suited to compete for similar future contracts. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) may find these opportunities particularly advantageous, given their flexibility and innovative approaches, which can align well with the research requirements of public sector clients like H M Revenue & Customs.

## Notice

This research will provide updated figures relating to VAT partial exemption and explore experience and usage of partial exemption among businesses. Understanding partial exemption recovery rates is a key component for calculating both the VAT tax gap and VAT Own Resources payments to the European Commission. In addition, understanding wider behaviours and levels of understanding of partial exemption will allow HMRC to understand how it is being applied and any areas for improvement or targeted intervention Additional information: This contract was let following a mini competition within the DWP Social and Economic Research Framework 2013

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/75f3f6c3-134a-4cd9-b483-77bfd9a42a15 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Jan 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Jun 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Jul 2016 |
| Contract period | 17 Jul 2016 - 1 Mar 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £136,008 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £136,008 |
| 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 | H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS |
| Locality | SALFORD |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M60 9LA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Salford |
| Electoral ward | Ordsall |
| Westminster constituency | Salford |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | IPSOS MORI |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73100000 - Research and experimental development services

## Release History

- 5 Jan 2017 at 16:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/75f3f6c3-134a-4cd9-b483-77bfd9a42a15

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/75f3f6c3-134a-4cd9-b483-77bfd9a42a15
  5th January 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/bcc701c0-e25a-4849-a3c5-16f112f0a258
  Service Order

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