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The impact of undergraduate degrees on lifetime earnings 2026 (con_28496)

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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26 Sep 2025 at 11:52

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "The impact of undergraduate degrees on lifetime earnings 2026" was initiated by the Department for Education and falls under the industry category of Research and Development services. The procurement method utilised was selective, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The value of the contract is £75,000, and the research is expected to provide valuable insights into lifetime earnings associated with undergraduate degrees. The contract, awarded to the Institute for Fiscal Studies, is set to commence on 12 September 2025 and conclude by 1 July 2026. This award was published on 26 September 2025. The regions of delivery include broad coverage across the United Kingdom, encompassing areas such as London, North East, and South East, among others.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the research and consultancy sector, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in education and economic analysis. Companies with expertise in conducting comprehensive research studies and providing evidence-based consultancy services are well-suited to compete for similar tenders in the future. The tender aligns with businesses that have a strategic interest in developing educational insights that influence policy and economic strategies. For firms aiming to expand their footprint in the public sector, engaging in such contracts can facilitate exposure and the development of valuable expertise and relationships within governmental departments. Additionally, the wide regional focus within the UK allows for engagement from various business locations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The impact of undergraduate degrees on lifetime earnings 2026 (con_28496)

Notice Description

The research will provide up-to-date evidence about the impact of undergraduate degrees on lifetime earnings.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f0ff8d62-8226-4988-b98c-9bf47a4aaafb
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/684bd9e4-11c3-41b0-a472-b6b2972508d2
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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
SME

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
£75,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Aug 20255 months ago
Contract Period
11 Sep 2025 - 1 Jul 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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INSTITUTE FOR FISCAL STUDIES

Further Information

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