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Stakeholder Research Programme 2026

THE PENSIONS REGULATOR

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23 Mar 2026 at 09:24

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Stakeholder Research Programme 2026," initiated by The Pensions Regulator, has reached the award stage. This contract involves qualitative and quantitative research services, categorised under research and development services and related consultancy. The contract is valued at £84,900 and has been awarded to THINKS INSIGHT AND STRATEGY (BRITAIN THINKS) LIMITED, a small or medium enterprise based in Cornwall. The contract period extends from 16th March 2026 to 15th March 2027. The procurement method was selective, executed via a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, with the tender period ending on 6th February 2026. The contract targets delivery within the United Kingdom and beyond, including British Overseas Territories and Europe, providing extensive geographical coverage.

This tender provides opportunities for businesses specialising in research services, particularly those capable of delivering qualitative and quantitative analysis. As the contracting process favoured small and medium-sized enterprises, similar businesses may find growth potential by engaging with The Pensions Regulator in future opportunities. Participation in such tenders strengthens industry presence and broadens service offerings, notably within the public sector. Business entities within or looking to serve the UK market and its connected regions should consider such procurement avenues to enhance their competitive edge and business portfolio.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Stakeholder Research Programme 2026

Notice Description

qualitative and quantitative research

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b6e1f778-8454-412c-a86b-13392c3b2cfb
Current Stage
Award
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
£84,900 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£84,900 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
6 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Mar 20264 weeks ago
Contract Period
16 Mar 2026 - 15 Mar 2027 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
THE PENSIONS REGULATOR
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRIGHTON
Postcode
BN1 6AF
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ21 Brighton and Hove
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Brighton and Hove
Electoral Ward
Preston Park
Westminster Constituency
Brighton Pavilion

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THINKS INSIGHT AND STRATEGY (BRITAIN THINKS

Further Information

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