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title: "GB-London: CR19077 - Research to Understand the Main Issues That Relate to Design and Consumer Product Safety for Older Citizens"
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# GB-London: CR19077 - Research to Understand the Main Issues That Relate to Design and Consumer Product Safety for Older Citizens

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9d49dd94-dea0-4899-936a-6a43780ffa8f

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## Summary

The UK Shared Business Services is seeking bids for the contract titled "Research to Understand the Main Issues That Relate to Design and Consumer Product Safety for Older Citizens." This procurement falls under the services category, specifically focusing on market and economic research and consultancy services. The tender is currently at the open procurement stage, with a deadline for submissions set for Thursday, 7th November 2019, at 11:00. The contract period is expected to start on 2nd December 2019 and conclude on 30th March 2020, with delivery to occur in London, United Kingdom. The estimated value of the contract ranges from £50,000 to £100,000 and follows an open procurement method.

This opportunity presents potential for business growth, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) engaged in research and consultancy services. Companies with expertise in consumer product safety, design practices, and market research are encouraged to apply, as the findings from this study aim to enhance the safety of products for older citizens and contribute to the UK's Industrial Strategy aimed at promoting independent living for this demographic. The project also supports ongoing developments in technical standards related to inclusive design, making it a suitable endeavour for firms with a focus on innovation and safety in consumer products.

## Notice

The final date and time for the submission of bids is Thursday 07th November 2019 at 11:00 DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the CCS eSourcing Portal. The aim of this work is to understand how the safety of consumer products used by older citizens and other vulnerable groups can be improved through good design practise. The objective of this work is to provide an evidence base for OPSS to understand the main issues that relate to inclusive design and consumer product safety. This project will also contribute to the evidence base for the Ageing Society Grand Challenge identified in the UK's Industrial Strategy, which has the objective of providing 5 more years of independent living by 2035. It is anticipated that the findings of this work would also support OPSS in the development of relevant technical standards. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad46ca88-2bca-4002-8732-045eccb14c2b |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Oct 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Nov 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Dec 2019 - 30 Mar 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FF |
| 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 | TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services
- 79300000 - Market and economic research; polling and statistics

## Release History

- 18 Oct 2019 at 16:20 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad46ca88-2bca-4002-8732-045eccb14c2b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad46ca88-2bca-4002-8732-045eccb14c2b
  18th October 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-London:-CR19077---Research-to-Understand-the-Main-Issues-That-Relate-to-Design-and-Consumer-Product-Safety-for-Older-Citizens/3AZ5HYTH9D
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