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title: "Freight Research Programme 2021"
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# Freight Research Programme 2021

Buyer: HIGHWAYS ENGLAND COMPANY LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ae8e1074-6956-488a-b15a-12b53d8a939a

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## Summary

The Freight Research Programme 2021, initiated by Highways England Company Limited, aims to establish a Professional Driver Experience Panel to gather insights on the needs and expectations of professional drivers. This contract falls under the business services category and is located in Guildford, England. The total value of this tender is £570,000, with a minimum bid value set at £149,914.20. The procurement method employed is selective, with the contract commenced on 27th September 2021 and set to conclude on 26th September 2022. The tender period ended on 6th August 2021, and the award was announced on 6th August 2021, with details published later on 5th October 2021.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in market and opinion research, consulting, or related business services. Companies that can effectively analyse and enhance driver experiences will be particularly suited to compete for this contract. By participating in this procurement process, businesses could not only contribute to shaping future freight initiatives but also expand their portfolio by collaborating with a key transportation authority.

## Notice

The Highways England Freight Research Programme and the resultant Professional Driver Experience Panel (PDEP) will establish and maintain a panel of professional drivers who will help us understand the experiences and expectations, needs and preferences of this specific critical user group. This research and insight will be used to define and shape the future freight work programme, investment priorities. By understanding our users and designing our services and investments to meet their needs, we will improve their journeys. Additional information: Name of Framework CCS RM6018

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a577237e-36e0-4110-a5c0-8a97619839c8 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Oct 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Aug 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Aug 2021 |
| Contract period | 26 Sep 2021 - 26 Sep 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £570,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £149,914 |
| 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 | HIGHWAYS ENGLAND COMPANY LIMITED |
| Locality | GUILDFORD |
| Post town | Guildford |
| Postcode | GU1 4LZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ25 West Surrey |
| Local authority | Guildford |
| Electoral ward | Stoke |
| Westminster constituency | Guildford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MARKET & OPINION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL LIMITED (TRADING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

## Release History

- 5 Oct 2021 at 07:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a577237e-36e0-4110-a5c0-8a97619839c8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a577237e-36e0-4110-a5c0-8a97619839c8
  5th October 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/682dc583-9b5a-42ca-98af-590ea1a9228d
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a343b01a-c4d0-4bd0-aaf3-dcaf23638650
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8c28a76d-81fc-41c7-b141-28427d476feb
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