Scope
Reference
PRN2298
Description
The purpose of this contract is to:
a. Undertake high quality primary and secondary research into the quality, consistency and value to students of currently-available student information
b. Produce high quality research reports setting out findings in a clear and accessible way
c. Inform future policy development activity and evidence-based decision making into the student information infrastructure
d. Secure the input and engagement of a range of relevant stakeholders in considering this research topic.
Contract 1. Student Information Review
Supplier
Contract value
- £65,500 excluding VAT
- £78,600 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Date signed
28 May 2025
Contract dates
- 28 May 2025 to 28 February 2026
- Possible extension to 28 May 2026
- 1 year, 1 day
Description of possible extension:
To provide for any delays to the work due to provider delay
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 79300000 - Market and economic research; polling and statistics
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Supplier
PUBLIC FIRST LIMITED
- Companies House: 10149826
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PMXZ-6632-LHBP
Ashleigh Villa
Long Eaton
NG10 1BY
United Kingdom
Email: sally.burtonshaw@publicfirst.co.uk
Website: https://www.publicfirst.co.uk/
Region: UKF13 - South and West Derbyshire
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Contract 1. Student Information Review
Contracting authority
Office for Students
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PYZM-6681-RPZP
Westward House, Lime Kiln Close
Bristol
BS34 8SR
United Kingdom
Region: UKK12 - Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Organisation type: Public authority - central government