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title: "CON-18-097 High Cost Credit - Rent to Own Consumer Research"
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# CON-18-097 High Cost Credit - Rent to Own Consumer Research

Buyer: FINANCIAL CONDUCT AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a20d3991-12cc-4e21-81ca-41e389c83143

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## Summary

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is currently conducting a tender, titled "CON-18-097 High Cost Credit - Rent to Own Consumer Research," aimed at obtaining quantitative research on consumers using rent-to-own services. This procurement falls within the services sector, specifically classified under survey conduction services, with a contract value of £175,000 and a minimum threshold of £100,000. The procurement method employed is an open procedure. The tender period is set to conclude on 19th July 2018, while the actual contract is expected to commence on 26th July 2018, running until 26th September 2018. The locations relevant to the services encompass various regions, including the United Kingdom and additional territories like the British Overseas Territories and the Channel Islands.

This tender presents a robust opportunity for market expansion, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs) skilled in conducting consumer research. Companies that have experience in qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, specifically in the consumer finance sector, would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging with the key stakeholders within this research can also facilitate valuable insights that would benefit businesses aiming to innovate and tailor their offerings in a competitive market.

## Notice

The FCA is looking for a supplier to conduct a quantitative research study of consumers who have recently used or applied to use rent-to-own (RTO) services. The purpose of this research is to explore consumers' use, experience and understanding of these products and compare outcomes for consumers who have been accepted or declined for RTO services. Additional information: Full details regarding this opportunity are available on the FCA's eTendering site hosted by Bravo Solutions. You must register with Bravo to access the documentation and submit a tender.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e75441de-de1a-457c-bade-61506ecde2b2 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Jul 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Jul 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 25 Jul 2018 - 26 Sep 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £175,000 |
| 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 | FINANCIAL CONDUCT AUTHORITY |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E20 1JN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI41 Hackney and Newham |
| Local authority | Newham |
| Electoral ward | Stratford Olympic Park |
| Westminster constituency | Stratford and Bow |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79311200 - Survey conduction services

## Release History

- 6 Jul 2018 at 12:06 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e75441de-de1a-457c-bade-61506ecde2b2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e75441de-de1a-457c-bade-61506ecde2b2
  6th July 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- http://fca.bravosolutions.co.uk
  The project code on Bravo is project_18282

## Notice URLs

- http://www.fca.org.uk

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