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title: "Observational/ethnographic research in relation to consumers' use of unit pricing when shopping for groceries: (a) in-store and (b) online"
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# Observational/ethnographic research in relation to consumers' use of unit pricing when shopping for groceries: (a) in-store and (b) online

Buyer: COMPETITION & MARKETS AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c1e17eec-e909-4c14-aa13-76d366ecb645

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## Summary

The Competition & Markets Authority has completed a tender process for observational/ethnographic research related to consumers' use of unit pricing when shopping for groceries, both in-store and online. The procurement method used was selective, calling off from a framework agreement. The contract period is from June 8, 2023, to December 31, 2023. The total value of the tender is £69,455. The location for the delivery is in London, United Kingdom.

This tender offers opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the services industry. Businesses specializing in research services, particularly market research, would be well-suited to participate. The Competition & Markets Authority based in London is the buying organisation behind this procurement. The procurement stage has already reached the award phase, with the contract active since June 9, 2023.

## Notice

Observational/ethnographic research in relation to consumers' use of unit pricing when shopping for groceries: (a) in-store and (b) online.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d32865a9-1646-4cb2-b894-949298f081df |
| 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 | 22 Aug 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 12 May 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Jun 2023 |
| Contract period | 7 Jun 2023 - 31 Dec 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £69,455 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £69,455 |
| 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 | COMPETITION & MARKETS AUTHORITY |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E14 4QZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI42 Tower Hamlets |
| Local authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Electoral ward | Canary Wharf |
| Westminster constituency | Poplar and Limehouse |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BASIS SOCIAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services
- 79310000 - Market research services

## Release History

- 22 Aug 2023 at 16:25 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d32865a9-1646-4cb2-b894-949298f081df
- 7 Jul 2023 at 10:22 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d32865a9-1646-4cb2-b894-949298f081df

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d32865a9-1646-4cb2-b894-949298f081df
  22nd August 2023 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/099e68a1-29ad-423f-982c-c701fac9754c
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6c53dc5e-a685-4989-b167-ed5bcda0996d

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