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title: "Inclusive Design Research for Ticketing and Check-In at HS2 Stations"
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# Inclusive Design Research for Ticketing and Check-In at HS2 Stations

Buyer: HS2  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d3e647c6-0e0e-4f87-b442-57b403213c27

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## Summary

The procurement process involves HS2, a prominent buyer in the UK, awarding a contract titled "Inclusive Design Research for Ticketing and Check-In at HS2 Stations." This project falls under the category of research and development services and related consultancy services, with a contract value of £20,000. The contract period commenced on 5th February 2018 and is set to conclude on 2nd April 2018. The procurement method utilised was a limited procedure, allowing for the award of contract without prior publication of a contract notice. This tender is currently in the award stage.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) specialising in research and consultancy services. Businesses focusing on inclusive design and accessibility solutions would be particularly well-suited to compete for similar future contracts, allowing them to contribute to vital advancements in public service accessibility while potentially expanding their clientele and service offerings.

## Notice

HS2 Ltd. awarded a contract to Research Institute for Consumer Affairs (RICA) for Inclusive Design Research Services for Ticketing and Check-In at HS2 Stations.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2ed228e8-899a-4638-975c-bf0c21157888 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award of contract without prior publication of a contract notice |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Feb 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Feb 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Feb 2018 |
| Contract period | 5 Feb 2018 - 2 Apr 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £20,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £20,000 |
| 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 | HS2 |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B4 6GA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Ladywood |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RESEARCH INSTITUTE FOR CONSUMER AFFAIRS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 27 Feb 2018 at 13:26 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2ed228e8-899a-4638-975c-bf0c21157888

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2ed228e8-899a-4638-975c-bf0c21157888
  27th February 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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