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title: "Public Perceptions of Candidate Abuse and Intimidation"
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# Public Perceptions of Candidate Abuse and Intimidation

Buyer: THE ELECTORAL COMMISSION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e2857443-0245-402b-abd4-fbff7259439c

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## Summary

The Electoral Commission, based in London, has completed the procurement process for a research project titled "Public Perceptions of Candidate Abuse and Intimidation". This project falls under the industry category of research and development services, with the CPV classification code 73000000. The procurement was executed through a selective method, specifically a call-off from the Crown Commercial Service Framework RM6126, ensuring compliance with PCR 2015. The process culminated in awarding the contract on 30th December 2025 to Community Research Limited, shortly after the tender period ended on 21st November 2025. The contract, valued at £95,000, will run from 15th December 2025 to 15th May 2026, focusing on research to impact future policy and public guidance by the Electoral Commission within the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses experienced in delivering research services, particularly those familiar with frameworks like CCS RM6126. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with a background in public-sector research stand to benefit from such opportunities, as the procurement encourages participation from small and voluntary sector enterprises. Firms specialised in political, social, or behavioural research would be especially well-suited to compete, benefiting from the chance to influence important electoral processes and policy-making. The framework agreement approach not only facilitates streamlined access to government work but also marks a pathway for sustained business growth through public-sector engagement.

## Notice

The procurement was delivered through a mini-competition under the Crown Commercial Service Framework RM6126 - Research & Insights. This ensured full compliance with PCR 2015 and provided access to a pool of capable research suppliers with proven public-sector experience. This report outlines the procurement process undertaken for the Public Perceptions of Candidate Abuse and Intimidation research project and seeks approval to award the contract to Community Research Ltd. The purpose of this procurement was to appoint an experienced research agency to carry out a 5-months study exploring public attitudes toward acceptable and unacceptable behaviour when interacting with political candidates. The research outcomes will shape future Electoral Commission messaging, policy considerations, and public guidance. Following a compliant mini-competition via the CCS RM6126 Research & Insights framework, Community Research Ltd achieved the highest overall score and is recommended for contract award.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/25de2bb5-ad50-48b9-832d-e5d89e694f07 |
| 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 | 30 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 15 Dec 2025 - 15 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £95,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £95,000 |
| 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 | THE ELECTORAL COMMISSION |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Central London |
| Postcode | EC1Y 8YZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI43 Haringey and Islington |
| Local authority | Islington |
| Electoral ward | Bunhill |
| Westminster constituency | Islington South and Finsbury |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | COMMUNITY RESEARCH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 30 Dec 2025 at 14:11 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/25de2bb5-ad50-48b9-832d-e5d89e694f07

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/25de2bb5-ad50-48b9-832d-e5d89e694f07
  30th December 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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