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title: "Research and Engagement on the Safety of Women and Girls Using Public Transport"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05f91c"
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published: "2025-12-18"
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# Research and Engagement on the Safety of Women and Girls Using Public Transport

Buyer: PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05f91c

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## Summary

The procurement process led by Portsmouth City Council, aimed at conducting "Research and Engagement on the Safety of Women and Girls Using Public Transport," has reached the contract stage. This tender falls under the services category, specifically within research and development services and related consultancy. The project is based in Portsmouth, UKJ31 region, with the award dated 18th December 2025. The procurement was conducted through a below-threshold process, starting on 18th June 2025 and set to conclude by 31st March 2026. Portsmouth City Council, a sub-central government public authority, is the buying entity managing this contract.

This contract offers substantial opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in research and development services, to contribute to a socially impactful project. Companies such as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with experience in qualitative research, stakeholder engagement, and focus group facilitation would find this tender ideal for showcasing their expertise while promoting business growth. The involvement with Portsmouth City Council can enhance a company’s track record and credibility within the public sector, providing a platform for future collaboration and expansion in similar domains.

## Notice

Qualitative research and engagement to understand and improve the safety of women and girls using public transport in Portsmouth. Includes literature review, stakeholder mapping, six focus groups, and a final report with recommendations.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/084369-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - unknown |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | 17 Jun 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £41,010 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | PORTSMOUTH |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO1 2AL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth |
| Local authority | Portsmouth |
| Electoral ward | Charles Dickens |
| Westminster constituency | Portsmouth South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NETWORK FOR SKILLS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 18 Dec 2025 at 13:10 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/084369-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/084369-2025
  18th December 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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