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title: "1617BT26a Exploring MTD design and policy decisions in relation to complex midsize businesses"
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# 1617BT26a Exploring MTD design and policy decisions in relation to complex midsize businesses

Buyer: H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a4214531-bffc-4344-bc5d-53ab4b0c2686

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## Summary

The public procurement process is being conducted by H M Revenue & Customs, focusing on the tender titled "1617BT26a Exploring MTD design and policy decisions in relation to complex midsize businesses." This research initiative, classified under the CPV category of "Research and experimental development services," aims to gather qualitative insights through in-depth interviews with midsize businesses. The procurement method employed is limited, specifically a negotiated process without a call for competition. The tender period concluded on 1st February 2017, while the contract period lasts from 6th February 2017 to 30th June 2017, located in London, United Kingdom. The awarded contract is valued at £41,022.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in qualitative research and consulting services, particularly those adept at handling complex business environments. Midsize enterprises and related service providers will find themselves well-positioned to compete, as the research aims to evaluate the implications of Making Tax Digital (MTDfB) on such businesses. Companies with expertise in taxation policies, business management, and compliance will especially benefit from understanding the nuances of this contract and may leverage their skills to engage with the buyer effectively.

## Notice

Qualitative research using in-depth interviews will be carried out with midsize businessesto explore how the principles of MTDfB could be incorporated within complex businesses. The research will collect information on how complex businesses currently manage and report on their tax affairs, their awareness and views towards MTDfB and the perceived impact of MTDfB on these businesses. Additional information: The contract was let with the terms of the DWP Social and Economic Research Framework 2013

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/da8e50ba-81ba-4d75-8ef5-67bc84dc317e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated without a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Oct 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Feb 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Feb 2017 |
| Contract period | 13 Feb 2017 - 30 Jun 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £41,022 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £41,022 |
| 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 | H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS |
| Locality | SALFORD |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M60 9LA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Salford |
| Electoral ward | Ordsall |
| Westminster constituency | Salford |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | KANTAR PUBLIC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73100000 - Research and experimental development services

## Release History

- 24 Oct 2017 at 13:58 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/da8e50ba-81ba-4d75-8ef5-67bc84dc317e
- 9 Aug 2017 at 11:04 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/da8e50ba-81ba-4d75-8ef5-67bc84dc317e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/da8e50ba-81ba-4d75-8ef5-67bc84dc317e
  24th October 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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