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title: "PS25332 - The Economic Impact of Equal Opportunities in Tech Research"
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# PS25332 - The Economic Impact of Equal Opportunities in Tech Research

Buyer: DSIT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-98b8120d-7eba-4889-b456-2d87fd528237

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## Summary

The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) has concluded a procurement process for a research project titled "PS25332 - The Economic Impact of Equal Opportunities in Tech Research." This project was procured under the Crown Commercial Services RM6126 Research & Insights DPS. The procurement method was a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, using a selective process. ALMA ECONOMICS LIMITED, identified as a supplier, has been awarded the contract valued at £66,000. The project, which involves research and related consultancy services, is classified under the CPV code 73000000. The contract began on 26th January 2026 and will end on 31st March 2026, covering various locations including the UK and international territories.

This tender presents lucrative opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in research and development services, particularly those focusing on diversity impact assessments in the technology sector. Businesses with a strong track record in research consultancy and an interest in promoting diversity within tech industries would find this contract beneficial for growth. The award to ALMA ECONOMICS LIMITED underscores the active role SMEs can play in high-impact research initiatives spearheaded by public sector organisations like DSIT. This procurement represents a strategic collaboration with the potential to drive diversification and inclusivity forward in tech, aligning with current governmental priorities.

## Notice

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a mini competition under the Crown Commercial Services RM6126 Research & Insights DPS Brief Description of Requirement Research project to establish the economic impact of diversity in the tech sector

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d64a6719-45aa-4019-8ea1-4bf7c7688cf7 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 26 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £66,000 |
| 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 | DSIT |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1LF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ALMA ECONOMICS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 29 Jan 2026 at 14:24 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d64a6719-45aa-4019-8ea1-4bf7c7688cf7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d64a6719-45aa-4019-8ea1-4bf7c7688cf7
  29th January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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