Scope
Reference
2025/435
Description
As part of the BFI 2033 strategy, the BFI allocated £1.8 million to the Research and Statistics Fund ('the Fund') for the period 2023-2026. Working with the industry-led Research Advisory Group, and through the creation of independent, trusted and rigorous evidence - including bespoke commissioned research - the Fund addresses industry knowledge gaps, supports policymaking, and gives insight into how independent and cultural organisations can adapt and thrive. All data and research generated is shared publicly.
We are piloting a new approach that allows the Fund to be more responsive to industry need to have information quickly on a range of different topics. The deliverables will be used to influence policy and strategically guide the sector. It is especially relevant at a time when there is volatility in business models and technological trends, and a fast-changing political landscape.
Contract 1. Rapid Economic Assessment and Data Reviews READR
Supplier
Contract value
- £175,000 excluding VAT
- £210,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Award decision date
9 July 2025
Earliest date the contract will be signed
12 July 2025
Contract dates (estimated)
- 14 July 2025 to 1 May 2027
- 1 year, 9 months, 19 days
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services
- 73210000 - Research consultancy services
- 79310000 - Market research services
- 79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services
- 79415000 - Production management consultancy services
Information about tenders
- 10 tenders received
- 1 tender assessed in the final stage:
- 0 submitted by small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- 0 submitted by voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
- 1 supplier awarded contracts
- 0 suppliers unsuccessful (details included for contracts over £5 million)
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Supplier
ALMA ECONOMICS LIMITED
- Companies House: 09391354
43 Tanner Street
London
SE1 3PL
United Kingdom
Email: info@almaeconomics.com
Region: UKI44 - Lewisham and Southwark
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): No
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Contract 1. Rapid Economic Assessment and Data Reviews READR
Contracting authority
British Film Institute
- Charity Commission (England and Wales): 287780
21 STEPHEN STREET
LONDON
W1T 1LN
United Kingdom
Email: graham.bellas@bfi.org.uk
Region: UKI31 - Camden and City of London
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government