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title: "Detecting Coronavirus Disinformation at Scale"
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# Detecting Coronavirus Disinformation at Scale

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE MEDIA & SPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f38727a4-7b61-4f1d-abdf-ac9396c65cc8

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Detecting Coronavirus Disinformation at Scale," conducted by the Department for Culture Media & Sport (DCMS), involved the purchase of research services in the UK. The tender, classified under the CPV code 73110000, took place in London, with a total value of £114,274. The tender period ended on 22nd April 2020, and the contract was active from 23rd April 2020 to 22nd October 2020. This procurement was executed through a direct method, specifically as a single tender action below the threshold.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the research and evaluation sector, particularly those specialising in combating misinformation or disinformation. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations may find this contract appealing as it aligns with their capabilities. Competing in this space could enable these businesses to expand their portfolios, enhance their reputations, and contribute to vital public health initiatives.

## Notice

DCMS requires research and evaluation services to detect Coronavirus disinformation at scale.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e0d0f01-aab8-4157-b165-298d62e5d640 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Feb 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Apr 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Apr 2020 |
| Contract period | 22 Apr 2020 - 22 Oct 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £114,274 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £114,274 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE MEDIA & SPORT |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2BQ |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DISINFORMATION INDEX |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 11 Feb 2021 at 13:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e0d0f01-aab8-4157-b165-298d62e5d640

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e0d0f01-aab8-4157-b165-298d62e5d640
  11th February 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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