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Longitudinal Study of Local Authority Child and Family Social Workers in England

Department For Education

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education is seeking expressions of interest for a Longitudinal Study of Local Authority Child and Family Social Workers in England. This study aims to gather evidence on recruitment, retention, and progression of social workers over the next five years, with a focus on various demographics and regional differences. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the contract is active, with a total value of £539,346. The contract period commences on 2nd April 2018 and is set to conclude on 31st March 2023. Interested parties were required to submit their expressions of interest by 12pm on Monday, 15th January 2018. The research falls under the category of research and development services and related consultancy services.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations looking to expand their business in the public sector. Companies specialising in social research, workforce studies, and consultancy services would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. By participating in this study, businesses can contribute to meaningful insights that can shape future recruitment strategies in child and family social work, thereby establishing their expertise in an essential public sector service.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Longitudinal Study of Local Authority Child and Family Social Workers in England

Notice Description

Expressions of interest are sought for a new national longitudinal study of local authority child and family social workers in England. The aim of the study is to collect robust evidence on recruitment, retention and progression in child and family social work, by following a large and representative sample of social workers, at different stages of their career, over the next five years. It will aim to establish a much stronger understanding of recruitment issues, career pathways, choices and decisions and to investigate how these differ according to demographics, entry route, region, LA types, LA performance and local labour markets. Full details are provided in the attachment. Expressions of interest submitted must be no more than 1,000 words. Additional information: Deadline for EOIs - 12pm (noon) Monday 15th January 2018

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2c059951-ecf0-4b84-a1a0-7d04559544df
Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1d704d1d-5544-4766-8900-6e3dfdf9d873
Current Stage
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All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£539,346 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jul 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jan 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Apr 20188 years ago
Contract Period
2 May 2018 - 31 Mar 2023 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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
S
Postcode
S1 2FJ
Postcode Area
Sheffield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

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