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title: "Provision of Qualitative Research Services for the Centre for Equalities and Inclusions' Gypsies and Travellers: Lived Experiences"
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# Provision of Qualitative Research Services for the Centre for Equalities and Inclusions' Gypsies and Travellers: Lived Experiences

Buyer: OFFICE FOR NATIONAL STATISTICS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9f7866cd-3607-469a-a89c-53fac06da72c

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## Summary

The Office for National Statistics is seeking bids for the contract titled "Provision of Qualitative Research Services for the Centre for Equalities and Inclusions' Gypsies and Travellers: Lived Experiences". This procurement falls under the research services category, specifically targeting the needs of Gypsy and Traveller communities in England and Wales. The tender period is currently open and will close on 16th November 2021, with the contract expected to commence on 29th November 2021 and conclude by 31st March 2022. This open procurement process aims to gather qualitative insights to aid policymakers in addressing under-represented community needs.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for research and consultancy firms, particularly those with expertise in qualitative research methodologies and community engagement. Businesses that are well-positioned to compete include small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in social research, ethnography, or community-based studies. Engaging with this contract could enhance business portfolios and contribute to social impact by addressing the challenges faced by Gypsy and Traveller communities.

## Notice

The Contracting Body aims to carry out a qualitative research project focusing on the needs, priorities and lived experiences of Gypsy and Traveller communities in England and Wales, one of the groups identified by the National Statisticians' Inclusive Data Taskforce (IDTF) as currently under-represented in UK data and analysis. The objective of the research is to enable the co-production of findings which may be used by policy-makers, identifying themes of greatest importance to individuals within Gypsy and Traveller communities living in different contexts in England and Wales. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6049f2df-307e-4e95-9df4-fb6690f461f9 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 29 Nov 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 4 Nov 2021 at 15:20 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6049f2df-307e-4e95-9df4-fb6690f461f9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6049f2df-307e-4e95-9df4-fb6690f461f9
  4th November 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/ons/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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