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Universal Credit Intensive Work Search Review Frequencies Trial

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS

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28 Apr 2025 at 12:05

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work and Pensions has completed the procurement process titled "Universal Credit Intensive Work Search Review Frequencies Trial" under the Social Research Services category. This initiative involved a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement, with a total contract value of £238,328.36. The process has reached the award stage as of 28th April 2025. The contract, awarded to IFF Research Limited, spans from 9th April 2025 to 9th October 2026, encompassing services within locations including the United Kingdom, the Channel Islands, and beyond. The tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in delivering social research services across various geographical regions.

This contract represents a notable opportunity for large enterprises specialising in social research services to reinforce their presence in the public sector. While the tender is not specifically tailored for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), organisations like IFF Research Limited can benefit from establishing credibility and forming long-term relationships with governmental bodies. Businesses in the broader analytical and research sectors may find this tender a stepping stone to expand their portfolio and enhance market competitiveness through participation in high-profile public service projects.

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Notice Title

Universal Credit Intensive Work Search Review Frequencies Trial

Notice Description

Notification of contract award

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-43f8e306-3f7f-43f8-864d-268ae30df5e0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36a81a6d-f4b9-45fa-9619-c7ff7757290f
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79315000 - Social research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£238,328 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£238,328 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
8 Apr 2025 - 9 Oct 2026 1-2 years
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 WORK AND PENSIONS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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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