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title: "Market research to inform the development of the North East Automotive Strategy - On Vehicle Technology"
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# Market research to inform the development of the North East Automotive Strategy - On Vehicle Technology

Buyer: SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cc8601f5-5097-4179-a05f-c0f32a91e7a3

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## Summary

The Sunderland City Council is initiating a tender titled "Market research to inform the development of the North East Automotive Strategy - On Vehicle Technology." This procurement falls under the market research services category and is focused on conducting research to develop the North East Automotive Strategy. The tender is currently active and must be submitted by 2nd October 2017. The allocated budget for this project is £7,500 excluding VAT, and the work is expected to commence on 13th October 2017, concluding by 30th November 2017. The research will specifically serve the North East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses engaged in market research and automotive technology sectors to expand their reach and contribute to regional innovation strategies. Companies with expertise in on-vehicle technology or manufacturing innovation will find this tender particularly relevant. By participating, they can strengthen their position in the North East market and influence the direction of future automotive strategies, thereby fostering economic growth in the region.

## Notice

The Council, on behalf of the North East Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) is seeking a Supplier to carry out market research to inform the development of the North East Automotive Strategy. Two separate yet interrelated reports will be commissioned: 1. Focusing on On Vehicle Technology 2. Focusing on Manufacturing Innovation This Invitation to Quote relates to On Vehicle Technology Only. The maximum budget available for this commission is PS7,500 exc VAT. Both reports will combine to inform the direction of the North East Innovation Strategy which will provide a framework through which all stakeholders will work to improve the competitive position of the North East region and its economic prosperity.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/47bf043a-00cf-48f0-a114-3b8618347534 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Sep 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Oct 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 12 Oct 2017 - 30 Nov 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £7,500 |
| 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 | SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | SUNDERLAND |
| Post town | Sunderland |
| Postcode | SR2 7DN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland |
| Local authority | Sunderland |
| Electoral ward | Southwick |
| Westminster constituency | Sunderland Central |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79310000 - Market research services

## Release History

- 18 Sep 2017 at 12:23 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/47bf043a-00cf-48f0-a114-3b8618347534

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/47bf043a-00cf-48f0-a114-3b8618347534
  18th September 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.sunderland.gov.uk/

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