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C0116 Employee Engagement Research

THE NATIONAL LOTTERY COMMUNITY FUND

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24 Jul 2026 at 12:24

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Summary of the contracting process

The National Lottery Community Fund has awarded a contract for the project "C0116 Employee Engagement Research" through the Crown Commercial Service DPS RM6126. This procurement falls under the Research Consultancy Services category (CPV 73210000) and encompasses services to be delivered in diverse regions including the United Kingdom, Europe, and even the Rest of the World. The contract commenced on 2nd October 2025 and is scheduled to conclude on 1st October 2028. Initially valued at £93,700, the contract also affords the possibility of two one-year extensions, valued separately at £34,357 each. The procurement process for this contract is marked as complete, with DJS Research Limited taking on the role of the supplier. The opportunity was initially set out for small and medium enterprise (SME) and voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) suitability.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the research consultancy sector to leverage their expertise in employee engagement. Companies experienced in providing data-driven insights and fostering inclusive organisational cultures would be particularly well-suited. Given the focus on performance measurement and strategy alignment, businesses adept at generating actionable insights to meet performance targets within similar frameworks will find substantial growth potential. The reach of this project to various global territories expands the market of influence for the contracted business, offering a landscape rich with opportunities for cross-territorial collaborations and benchmarking.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

C0116 Employee Engagement Research

Notice Description

The was awarded through the Crown Commercial Service DPS RM6126. The total value of the contract is: 3 Year initial term : PS93,700 Optional:1st year extension: PS34,357 Optional: 2nd Year extension: PS34,357 This research serves a dual purpose. Firstly, it provides the data required to report on KPI 5 in the Fund's Corporate Plan: 'Our employee engagement score will be in the top quartile when compared with similar and comparable organisations'. This KPI is a key performance measure reported to the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS), Board, and the Senior Management Team (SMT). Secondly, aligned with the People & Culture Strategy 2025-2030, which sets out a number of success measures, this research will provide the data to assess progress and demonstrate performance against agreed targets. These measures include indicators such as 'change is managed well and in an open and sensitive way,' 'I understand how changes are connected to our strategy,' and 'leadership encourages a culture of inclusion.' In addition, the insights gained will enable the People & Culture Directorate to design and implement targeted initiatives aimed at enhancing the overall employee experience.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/05071df4-3744-44b4-8872-23611a45f511
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73210000 - Research consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£93,700 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£93,700 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
2 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Sep 202510 months ago
Contract Period
1 Oct 2025 - 1 Oct 2028 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
THE NATIONAL LOTTERY COMMUNITY FUND
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B15 1TR
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DJS RESEARCH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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