Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) Reforms Evaluation & DWP Employer Survey

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK & PENSIONS

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15 Jun 2026 at 15:52

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15 Jun 2026 at 13:47

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) Reforms Evaluation & DWP Employer Survey has been successfully completed. Conducted by the Department for Work & Pensions (DWP), this project falls under the category of research services. It is intended to assess the impacts of the SSP reforms set to commence in April 2026. The procurement was carried out using a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The total contract value is £2,010,610.50, and the evaluation will take place across multiple locations, including the United Kingdom, Europe, and other affiliated regions. The procurement stage is at the award phase, having commenced on 3rd June 2026 and scheduled to conclude by 3rd November 2029.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in research services, particularly those with experience in policy evaluation and analysis. Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) would find this project particularly accommodating, given its suitability requirements. The contract's international delivery scope offers additional potential for enterprises with transnational operational capabilities, thus encouraging growth through diversification and expanded engagement in public sector projects. Successful participation in such tenders can bolster a company's portfolio and enhance its reputation in providing government-level research services.

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Notice Title

Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) Reforms Evaluation & DWP Employer Survey

Notice Description

The primary purpose of this research is to provide DWP with evidence on the estimated impacts* of the Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) reforms which are due to come into effect in April 2026.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7dfba3f0-4965-450d-b161-cebad20e863f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/187ec9ff-1ca7-4a10-9528-e54fe89c06f4
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
£2,010,610 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,010,610 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
24 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
2 Jun 2026 - 3 Nov 2029 3-4 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 & PENSIONS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON HILL
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

IPSOS (MARKET RESEARCH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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