PS25263 - Misinformation Evidence Review
DSIT · awarded 28 November 2025
Who
| Buyer | DSIT Swindon |
|---|---|
| Supplier |
UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD |
| Category | services |
| Classification | Research and development services and related consultancy services CPV 73000000 |
| Notice published | 1 December 2025 |
What it is for
***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a mini competition under the CCS RM6126 Research & Insights DPS. Brief Description of Requirement Purpose of the commission is to collate the current evidence around the risks posed by misinformation and their implications for HMG policy & operations. Key Objectives: - Provide a thematic synthesis of current evidence - Highlight gaps and opportunities for future research Customers: Government Chief Scientific Adviser, departmental Chief Scientific Advisers, senior/working-level policy leads across departments impacted by misinformation.
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