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title: "DCMS R&D Programme Evaluation"
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# DCMS R&D Programme Evaluation

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ba4dc204-d2f7-46f5-8f4b-7b2bbee48211

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "DCMS R&D Programme Evaluation" is managed by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport in London, England. This tender falls within the industry category of research and development services and related consultancy services, emphasising its alignment with the CPV code 73000000. The contract period spans from 4th December 2025 to 8th May 2026, with the contract having been awarded on the 3rd of December 2025. The procurement utilised a selective method, specifically as a call-off from a framework agreement, indicating a more streamlined and efficient approach to supplier selection for this GBP 83,469 contract.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research and consultancy, particularly those with capabilities in evaluating and analysing R&D programmes. The awarded contract to SQW Ltd, a small to medium-sized enterprise based in Oxford, underscores the accessibility of such public contracts to SMEs. Businesses focused on providing innovative and insightful consultancy services would be well-suited to compete in similar future opportunities, especially those looking to expand their portfolio in the public sector. The inclusion of VCSE suitability indicates openness to entities that operate for social, environmental, or community benefit as well.

## Notice

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) requires a supplier to provide evaluation and analysis.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d67fefc5-9241-4b3e-ba27-3d92c489729e |
| 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, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 4 Dec 2025 - 8 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £83,469 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £83,469 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2BQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SQW |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 22 Dec 2025 at 14:28 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d67fefc5-9241-4b3e-ba27-3d92c489729e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d67fefc5-9241-4b3e-ba27-3d92c489729e
  22nd December 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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