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Social Work Degree Apprenticeship (SWDA) Research_con_28387

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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30 Sep 2025 at 09:21

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by the Department for Education involved the award of a contract for research into the Social Work Degree Apprenticeship (SWDA) programme. This contract falls under the industry category of "Research and development services and related consultancy services" (CPV code 73000000). The procurement method was selective, implemented through a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender process has moved to the award stage and concluded with the award made to IFF Research Ltd. The contract, valued at £106,407.86, commenced on 24th September 2025 and will end on 31st March 2026. The scope of the project covers multiple locations including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, and Europe.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses engaged in research and consultancy services. Companies that specialise in educational research and have the capacity for comprehensive analysis will find this contract particularly beneficial. Given the nature of the procurement, there is scope for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), to compete effectively. The engagement with high-profile governmental departments, such as the Department for Education, can significantly enhance business credibility and open avenues for further public sector collaborations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Social Work Degree Apprenticeship (SWDA) Research_con_28387

Notice Description

Department for Education is looking for a supplier to conduct research into the Social Work Degree Apprenticeship (SWDA) programme

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-883e3253-2348-4502-a2ea-6e6b040bf19f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bbfa74c8-de13-4342-be3f-3e6b7c94fabd
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
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
£106,407 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£106,407 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Sep 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
23 Sep 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
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
LONDON,
Postcode
SW1P 3BT
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

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