Ethnographic Study – Healthy Streets
Birmingham City Council, the local authority responsible for public services in Birmingham, is commissioning an ethnographic research study into residents’ lived experiences of car dependency as part of its wider Healthy Streets: Public Health Car Dependency Study. The provider will examine how social, economic, environmental and street conditions affect travel choices, including barriers to walking, cycling and public transport, and will represent diverse communities experiencing transport-related inequalities and poorer Healthy Streets outcomes. Required work includes interviews, accompanied journeys and observational research, producing in-depth insights and participant case studies to inform the development and co-design of Healthy Streets interventions supporting the Birmingham Transport Plan and Road Harm Reduction Strategy. The contract is valued at approximately £41,667, starts on 1 December 2026 and runs for four months. Delivery is across Birmingham, within the UKG31 region. The critical qualification is specialist capability and experience in conducting ethnographic research, including interviews, accompanied journeys and observation.
Buyer: Birmingham City Council. Source: Find a Tender. Updated 21 Oct 2026.
Key facts
- Estimated value: £41.7k
- Bids close: 6 Nov 2026
- Location: Birmingham
- Procedure: Below threshold - open competition
- Contract period: 7 Dec 2026 to 31 Mar 2027
- Category: Research and development services and related consultancy services (73000000)
From the official notice
Birmingham City Council (the Council) is seeking to appoint an organisation for the provision of Ethnographic Study – Healthy Streets to deliver an ethnographic research study exploring resident lived experience of the issue of car dependency in Birmingham. The Public Health Built & Natural Environment team intends to commission a specialist organisation to undertake an ethnographic research study exploring residents’ lived experiences of car dependency in Birmingham. The study forms part of the wider Healthy Streets: Public Health Car Dependency Study and will support delivery of the Birmingham Transport Plan and Road Harm Reduction Strategy. The research will explore how social, economic, environmental and street conditions influence travel choices, including barriers to walking, cycling and public transport. It will capture experiences across Birmingham’s diverse communities, including those experiencing transport related inequalities and poorer Healthy Streets outcomes. The commissioned provider will undertake ethnographic research, including interviews, accompanied journeys and observational research, to develop in depth insights and participant case studies. Findings will inform the development and co-design of Healthy Streets interventions in Birmingham. The contract for the services will commence 1st December 2026 and will be in place for a period of 4 months.
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Questions about this tender
When is the deadline?
Bids close on 6 Nov 2026.
What is it worth?
The estimated value is £41.7k.
Who can apply?
Any supplier that meets the buyer's requirements can apply. Check the official notice for conditions.
How do I bid?
Open the official notice, register on the buyer's portal and submit your bid before the deadline.
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