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Transformation and Service Modernisation Programme Research Call Off

IFF RESEARCH

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10 Feb 2026 at 10:50

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10 Feb 2026 at 10:46

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09 Jan 2026 at 11:43

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement for the "Transformation and Service Modernisation Programme Research Call Off" was coordinated by IFF Research, based in London, UK. The contract focuses on delivering research services within the United Kingdom, classified under the industry category of research services (CPV code 73110000). It progressed through the award stage, with the awarding date most recently documented on 10th February 2026. The contract extends from 16th January 2026 until 16th April 2029. The procurement method applied was selective, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement, with a total contract value of £3,200,000.

This procurement process presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research services, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), which are well-suited to this call-off framework arrangement. By engaging with such tenders, businesses can expand their portfolios and establish a foothold in public sector research, providing longitudinal services and modernisation insights as part of large-scale service transformation programmes. This framework can thus catalyse growth for firms looking to enhance their reputation and services within the UK’s government sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Transformation and Service Modernisation Programme Research Call Off

Notice Description

Transformation and Service Modernisation Programme Research Call Off Contract for research services

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3c546dff-e1e5-4048-90be-c845ef0c384f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/023b2543-3234-4b98-b7ef-d3e9231767ed
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
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,200,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£3,200,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
24 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Nov 20252 months ago
Contract Period
16 Jan 2026 - 16 Apr 2029 3-4 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
IFF RESEARCH
Contact Name
ABBSER Core Business Services
Contact Email
cdabbser.businessservices@dwp.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 9NA
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

IFF RESEARCH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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