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title: "Behavioural Insights ONS & Data Collection Research Envelope Design Project"
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# Behavioural Insights ONS & Data Collection Research Envelope Design Project

Buyer: OFFICE FOR NATIONAL STATISTICS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-991fe6af-1d6c-44fd-b078-565b12bfd395

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Office for National Statistics (ONS) seeking suppliers for the "Behavioural Insights ONS & Data Collection Research Envelope Design Project" in the research services industry. The project, which concluded on 11 November 2021, aimed to evaluate envelope designs to improve participation in ONS social surveys. The awarded contract, valued at £55,887.50, commenced on 29 November 2021 and will run until 29 May 2022. This was executed through a direct procurement method with a single tender action and is notably classified under CPV code 73110000 for research services. The primary location for this contract is Wales, United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for growth, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) adept in research services. Companies with expertise in social research, behavioural analysis, or survey methodology would find this contract well-suited to their capabilities. Engaging in such projects not only enhances visibility within public sector procurement but also allows businesses to contribute meaningfully to national statistics initiatives, thereby fostering further growth and collaboration opportunities in the sector.

## Notice

The aim of this research is to explore the impact of differing envelope designs on respondent participation in ONS social surveys, with a view to determining the optimal envelope design. There are 3 key components/stages to this project: A full literature review, design of a trial and implementation and analysis of a study.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/749166e1-368d-43c5-98b0-138e7ea895ec |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Dec 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Nov 2021 |
| Contract period | 29 Nov 2021 - 29 May 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £55,887 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £55,887 |
| 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 | OFFICE FOR NATIONAL STATISTICS |
| Locality | NEWPORT |
| Post town | Newport |
| Postcode | NP10 8XG |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL54 Monmouthshire and Newport |
| Local authority | Newport |
| Electoral ward | Tredegar Park and Marshfield |
| Westminster constituency | Newport West and Islwyn |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BEHAVIOURAL INSIGHTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 7 Dec 2021 at 11:33 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/749166e1-368d-43c5-98b0-138e7ea895ec

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/749166e1-368d-43c5-98b0-138e7ea895ec
  7th December 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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