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title: "OPG/LPA Awareness Research"
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# OPG/LPA Awareness Research

Buyer: MINISTRY OF JUSTICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ecc54d5b-a5b9-4222-8898-8b0e74e737e9

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## Summary

The Ministry of Justice, based at 102 Petty France, London, has completed the procurement process for OPG/LPA Awareness Research under tender ID OPG24/012. This project falls under the research services category (CPV 73110000) and aims to increase awareness of the Office of the Public Guardian and lasting powers of attorney among the UK population. The contract, valued at £86,940, was awarded on 26 July 2024 to Verian Group UK Limited, with the contract period running from 5 August 2024 to 4 August 2026. The procurement was conducted through a selective method via a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The research will be executed in the West Midlands, United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research services, especially those experienced in public awareness campaigns and social research. The project is particularly suitable for SMEs and VCSEs, given its focus on regional engagement and specialised services. Companies with expertise in legal frameworks, public health, and financial decision-making support can leverage this contract to enhance their portfolios and build strong relationships with the Ministry of Justice. The option for two 12-month extensions also offers the potential for long-term collaboration and business growth.

## Notice

The Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) protects people in England and Wales who may not have the mental capacity to make certain decisions for themselves, such as about their health and finance. OPG is an executive agency, sponsored by the Ministry of Justice. OPG is responsible for registering lasting and enduring powers of attorney (LPAs), which allow people to choose who they want to make decisions on their behalf. This contract award relates to research to be undertaken on the awareness of the UK population to OPG & LPAs. (The contract has 2 x 12 month extension options)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5d471990-a6ec-4297-ae05-f4cb912c2ada |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Jun 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 4 Aug 2024 - 4 Aug 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £86,940 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £86,940 |
| 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 | MINISTRY OF JUSTICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1H 9AJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | VERIAN GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 22 Aug 2024 at 06:57 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5d471990-a6ec-4297-ae05-f4cb912c2ada

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5d471990-a6ec-4297-ae05-f4cb912c2ada
  22nd August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b0f75a65-151a-4348-8ad3-fd6b8f12abdf

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