--- title: "European Social Survey (ESS) Round 10 Fieldwork in Slovakia" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-a684253d-3205-4fcb-848e-9fcff68ae40d" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-a684253d-3205-4fcb-848e-9fcff68ae40d" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a684253d-3205-4fcb-848e-9fcff68ae40d.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a684253d-3205-4fcb-848e-9fcff68ae40d.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "EUROPEAN SOCIAL SURVEY ERIC" published: "2020-10-29" --- # European Social Survey (ESS) Round 10 Fieldwork in Slovakia Buyer: EUROPEAN SOCIAL SURVEY ERIC Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a684253d-3205-4fcb-848e-9fcff68ae40d [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-a684253d-3205-4fcb-848e-9fcff68ae40d) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a684253d-3205-4fcb-848e-9fcff68ae40d.json) ## Summary The European Social Survey ERIC is currently conducting a procurement process for "European Social Survey (ESS) Round 10 Fieldwork in Slovakia," focusing on survey services. This tender is active, with a total budget of £150,000. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, and the tender submission deadline is set for 30 November 2020. The project is set to begin on 16 December 2020 and will continue until 1 October 2021, with key tasks involving extensive CAPI interviews and data processing in Slovakia, adhering to COVID-19 regulations and GDPR compliance. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the survey and data collection sector, particularly those with experience in conducting fieldwork and managing large-scale survey projects. Companies that specialise in social research, data management, and interview services would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Additionally, the involvement of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) is encouraged, making this an accessible opportunity for businesses looking to expand their portfolio in public sector projects. ## Notice ESS Round 10 fieldwork in Slovakia in accordance with the Specifications for Round 10 issued by the ESS ERIC Director. The key tasks of the Survey Agency are preparing, conducting and monitoring of fieldwork, processing data and preparing deliverables. These tasks include, but are not limited to the following:- Completing approximately 2,000 hour-long CAPI interviews, using a random sample of dwellings provided by the National Coordinator Team (NCT).- Visiting and coding final outcomes for a list of 3,801 issued sample units (dwellings) based on the agreed sample design (see Sample Design Summary available as part of tender documentation).- Adhering to the rules regarding the form and number of contact attempts as stated in the "Round 10 Survey Specification for ESS ERIC Member, Observer and Guest Countries".- Implementing a response maximization plan to deliver the highest possible response rate (target response rate 55%).- Adhering to the national COVID-19 pandemic regulations and guidelines (attached as part of tender documentation).- Adhering to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and national laws. A Data Processing Agreement will be agreed between ESS ERIC (Controller) and the appointed Agency (Processor)- Discussing the fieldwork procedures, progress and outcomes with the NCT (National Coordinating Team) in every phase.- Monitoring fieldwork progress closely to allow the NCT to provide at least weekly information to the CST (Core Scientific Team) on fieldwork progress.- Organising face-to-face (or online using video-conferencing as a back-up option due to COVID-19) interviewer briefings jointly with the NCT.- Completing an electronic contact form for every visit to sample units. This will include random selection of one eligible adult for interview from each issued dwelling.-Conducting face-to-face interviews with CAPI (via Central Survey Tool Suite) in the Slovak and Hungarian language.- Continually reporting on the fieldwork progress on a case-level basis. Input into interim data checks after a third of fieldwork is complete according to the specification provided by the CST and follow-up on any issues identified by these checks.- Providing data for other required documents, e.g. fieldwork questionnaire, national technical summary, etc.- Post-coding the open questions on education and occupation. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b3591bf5-424f-4246-880f-492d7ea04cbd | | 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 | 29 Oct 2020 | | Submission deadline | 30 Nov 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 16 Dec 2020 - 1 Oct 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £150,000 | | 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 | EUROPEAN SOCIAL SURVEY ERIC | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | Central London | | Postcode | EC1V 0HB | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East | | ITL 3 | TLI43 Haringey and Islington | | Local authority | Islington | | Electoral ward | Clerkenwell | | Westminster constituency | Islington South and Finsbury | | Delivery location | TLI London | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79311000 - Survey services ## Release History - 29 Oct 2020 at 17:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b3591bf5-424f-4246-880f-492d7ea04cbd ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b3591bf5-424f-4246-880f-492d7ea04cbd 29th October 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.mytenders.co.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT160710 NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the myTenders Web Site at the link provided. ## Notice URLs - http://www.europeansocialsurvey.org ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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