--- title: "Dynamic Purchasing System for the Provision of Insights for Behaviour Insights, Engagement and Research" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0312ab" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0312ab" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0312ab.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0312ab.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL" published: "2022-02-03" --- # Dynamic Purchasing System for the Provision of Insights for Behaviour Insights, Engagement and Research Buyer: SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0312ab [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0312ab) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0312ab.json) ## Summary Sunderland City Council is currently initiating a dynamic purchasing system (DPS) tender titled "Dynamic Purchasing System for the Provision of Insights for Behaviour Insights, Engagement and Research." This tender falls under the category of research and development consultancy services and is based in Sunderland, UK. The procurement is at the active stage with a deadline for submissions set for 12 noon on 8th March 2022. Contractors interested in participating can either submit their Participation Requests at the initial creation of the DPS or at any time throughout its duration, with no limits on the number of contractors who can apply. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the consultancy and research sectors to expand their services. Companies specialising in behavioural insights, engagement strategies, and research methodologies would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Participating in the DPS may allow organisations to establish long-term relationships with Sunderland City Council, providing them with a steady stream of projects and enhancing their visibility in the public sector. The briefing session planned for contractors offers further insights into how to submit compliant tenders, making this an advantageous opportunity for interested parties. ## Notice Sunderland City Council is seeking to establish a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for The Provision of Behaviour Insights, Engagement and Research work The DPS will operate solely by competition. Contractors seeking to participate in the DPS must submit a Participation Request; this will include a Selection Questionnaire (SQ) and all supporting documents. Contractors seeking to participate in the DPS have 2 options: Option 1 - Contractors can submit a Participation Request at initial creation of the DPS. Option 2 - Contractors can submit a Participation Request following initial creation of the DPS and/or at any time throughout its duration. The number of contractors submitting a Participation Request and the number of contractors approved to participate in the DPS will not be limited. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Sunderland City Council is seeking to establish a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for The Provision of Behaviour Insights, Engagement and Research work The DPS will operate solely by competition. Contractors seeking to participate in the DPS must submit a Participation Request; this will include a Selection Questionnaire (SQ) and all supporting documents. Contractors seeking to participate in the DPS have 2 options: Option 1 - Contractors can submit a Participation Request at initial creation of the DPS. Option 2 - Contractors can submit a Participation Request following initial creation of the DPS and/or at any time throughout its duration. The number of contractors submitting a Participation Request and the number of contractors approved to participate in the DPS will not be limited. Additional information: This is an electronic tender via the Council's Pro-Contract eTender System. All organisations interested in this tender should register an interest against this contract online at https://procontract.due.north.com/home Tender Reference DN595561. All tender documents are available via this portal. The Council will be using the Dynamic Purchasing System Procedure, tenders must be returned by no later than 12 noon 8th March 2022 in accordance with the ITT instructions. As part of the tender process a supplier briefing session will be held via Microsoft Teams at 2:00pm Tuesday 15th February 2022. To register your attendance please email julie.rogerson@sunderland.gov.uk The aim of this briefing is to provide advice on submitting a compliant tender there will also be an opportunity to raise questions. The contracting authority does not bind itself to accept any tender and is not liable for any costs incurred by those expressing an interest or tendering for this opportunity. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003089-2022 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Dynamic | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 3 Feb 2022 | | Submission deadline | 8 Mar 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL | | Locality | SUNDERLAND | | Post town | Sunderland | | Postcode | SR1 3AA | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear | | ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland | | Local authority | Sunderland | | Electoral ward | Millfield | | Westminster constituency | Sunderland Central | | Delivery location | TLC23 Sunderland | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services ## Release History - 3 Feb 2022 at 08:03 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003089-2022 ## Notice URLs - http://www.sunderland.gov.uk/ - https://procontract.due-north.com/home - https://procontract.due.north.com/home ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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