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Systematic Evidence Review on What Works for Disadvantaged Groups

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS

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11 Sep 2024 at 13:22

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has completed a procurement process titled "Systematic Evidence Review on What Works for Disadvantaged Groups," in the research services category. This tender's objective is to commission a systematic evidence review to understand better how to support individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds into employment and help them progress in their careers. The procurement process followed a selective method, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, and was completed within a period from 19 August 2024 to 31 March 2025. The contract, valued at £94,999, has been awarded to the National Centre for Social Research. The primary delivery locations include the United Kingdom and several overseas territories and regions, with key dates including an award date of 2 September 2024 and the contract publication date of 11 September 2024.

This tender presents growth opportunities for firms specialising in research services and those experienced in employment support for disadvantaged groups. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can particularly benefit from such contracts due to the suitability criteria favouring these businesses. Companies in the research sector, equipped to manage extensive evidence reviews and capable of providing insights that can influence policy and practice in social support services, are well-suited to compete for similar opportunities in the future. Engaging in such contracts can enhance these firms' portfolios and provide critical expertise in tackling unemployment and employment progression challenges among disadvantaged communities.

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Notice Title

Systematic Evidence Review on What Works for Disadvantaged Groups

Notice Description

Commissioning a systematic evidence review to better understand what works in supporting claimants from disadvantaged backgrounds into employment and to progress in employment.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c576cfc7-3ed0-4dd9-a476-03e3684bb70a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/da53121c-09ad-410f-a5e4-2689ac404601
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£94,999 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£94,999 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
18 Aug 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 6-12 months
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
Not specified
Contact Email
quarryhouse.servicedeliverycommercialsteam@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

NATIONAL CENTRE FOR SOCIAL RESEARCH

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