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title: "International Research Call Off Contract"
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buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE"
published: "2024-09-04"
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# International Research Call Off Contract

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-99da11da-a511-42c6-b878-14b9ac01e322

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## Summary

The Department for International Trade has awarded a research call-off contract titled "International Research Call Off Contract" under the category of research services (CPV: 73110000). This contract, valued at £1,000,000 with a potential maximum of £3,000,000, aims to commission research projects on international themes to inform departmental policy objectives. The contract spans several locations, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The procurement method utilised was selective, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. This tender has progressed to the award stage, with the contract period commencing on 7th August 2024 and concluding on the same day. The procurement process was finalised on 22nd March 2024.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research services, particularly those with a capacity to engage in international projects. While SMEs and VCSEs might not be the prime candidates due to suitability criteria, large-scale research firms with established capabilities in comprehensive, policy-driven studies would find this contract highly beneficial. Engaging in this contract enables businesses to build credentials and establish strong working relationships with a prominent governmental organisation, thereby positioning themselves for future opportunities in similar high-value procurement processes.

## Notice

The procurement of a research call-off contract, through which it can commission research projects on international themes to inform the Department's policy objectives

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/55cd0aef-b314-4d96-bcba-224737927af0 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Mar 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | 6 Aug 2024 - 7 Aug 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,000,000 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2DY |
| 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 | IPSOS (MARKET RESEARCH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 4 Sep 2024 at 13:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/55cd0aef-b314-4d96-bcba-224737927af0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/55cd0aef-b314-4d96-bcba-224737927af0
  4th September 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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