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School Survey on thriving and inclusion Con_36631

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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05 Feb 2026 at 10:52

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education has concluded a procurement process titled "School Survey on Thriving and Inclusion Con_36631," aimed at executing quantitative research to understand how schools support pupil belonging and inclusion. This process falls under the "Research and Development Services and Related Consultancy Services" industry category, with a procurement method described as a "Call-off from a framework agreement." The tender phase concluded on 28th November 2025, with the contract period running from 22nd January to 30th April 2026. The research will be conducted across multiple locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, the Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom. The process is in the Award stage, and the contract, valued at GBP 187,062, was awarded to the National Foundation for Educational Research (NFER) on 22nd January 2026.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in research and consultancy services to expand their portfolio within the educational sector. The focus on pupil inclusion and belonging is particularly significant for companies with expertise in educational research, data analysis, and policy development. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), were deemed suitable for participation, indicating potential growth opportunities for a diversified range of businesses. Engaging in such projects could lead to partnership opportunities and increased visibility in the educational domain, encouraging further business expansion.

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Notice Title

School Survey on thriving and inclusion Con_36631

Notice Description

To conduct quantitative research on how schools support pupil belonging and inclusion. The research will begin with a literature review and subsequent pilot study to test the feasibility of a national school survey.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-09ada387-fca0-4a17-a15b-2969058686ec
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ae56bd9f-c2ab-4181-9ffb-5062a3ce7d38
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£187,062 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£187,062 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
28 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
22 Jan 2026 - 30 Apr 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON,
Postcode
SW1P 3BT
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NATIONAL FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH (NFER

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