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title: "Patterns of Play Research"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "GAMBLING COMMISSION"
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# Patterns of Play Research

Buyer: GAMBLING COMMISSION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e0446bb9-b4af-4042-8fb4-2c694b50d6db

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Patterns of Play Research" was initiated by the Gambling Commission, based in Birmingham, England. This project falls under the services category, specifically research and development, with a total contract value of £14,340. The procurement method utilised was a direct approach via a single tender action, completed in the award stage on 25 February 2022. Although the tender period closed on 26 February 2022, the contract was active until 31 March 2022.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses in the research and social sciences sectors, particularly those focusing on gambling behaviour analysis, to expand their service offerings. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially well-suited to compete in this area, given the nature of the research and the level of investment required. Engaging in similar contracts could enhance their portfolio and strengthen their market position in addressing issues related to harmful gambling patterns.

## Notice

Patterns of play research to improve understanding of how the characteristics of gamblers and patterns of play relate to harmful gambling.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/db8d1e94-a7d0-43d9-ab52-fdc5153d8197 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 May 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Feb 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Feb 2022 |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £14,340 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £14,340 |
| 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 | GAMBLING COMMISSION |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B2 4BP |
| 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 | NATIONAL CENTRE FOR SOCIAL RESEARCH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

## Release History

- 13 May 2022 at 15:28 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/db8d1e94-a7d0-43d9-ab52-fdc5153d8197

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/db8d1e94-a7d0-43d9-ab52-fdc5153d8197
  13th May 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gamblingcommission.gov.uk

## Provenance

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