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Low Pay Commission call for research on workers' experiences of low-paid work

Low Pay Commission

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

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27 Oct 2025 at 15:21

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
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18 Aug 2025 at 10:01

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Tender

15 Aug 2025 at 10:07

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Low Pay Commission recently completed a procurement process for a research project titled "Low Pay Commission call for research on workers' experiences of low-paid work", awarded to YouGov PLC. This contract aims to produce a comprehensive study on workers’ experiences earning near the National Living Wage, to be completed by the Spring of 2026. The procurement, managed by the Low Pay Commission located in London, UK, fell under the industry category of research and development services, valued at £24,895, with YouGov PLC serving as the supplier. The procurement method was an open competition below the threshold, and the final contract, signed on 6th October 2025, now holds an active status.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research and consultancy services, particularly those focusing on social research and public policy. Firms with strengths in data collection and analysis, and delivering insights on labour market dynamics, stand well-positioned to compete in such tenders. While the project has been awarded, similar opportunities may arise that require expertise in conducting large-scale surveys and engaging with diverse demographic groups, benefiting businesses of any size, especially small and medium enterprises and voluntary, community and social enterprises that align with public authority requirements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Low Pay Commission call for research on workers' experiences of low-paid work

Notice Description

We are looking to commission a piece of research surveying workers on their views and experiences of working in jobs that pay at - or close to - the NLW. This will bridge the gap between the LPC's broad programme of stakeholder engagement and our internal analysis of large, national datasets. The commissioned research will provide a representative and quantifiable snapshot of workers' views, reaching a diverse group of respondents. This work will help to provide the Commission with a rounded picture of low-paid workers' living standards and experiences. This call is for funding up to PS25,000 + VAT and is for one project only. The project will be completed by the Spring of 2026.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05889c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068638-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
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
£25,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£24,895 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Oct 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Oct 202510 months ago
Contract Period
6 Oct 2025 - 30 Apr 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Low Pay Commission
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E14 4PU
Postcode Area
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Canary Wharf
Westminster Constituency
Poplar and Limehouse

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

YouGov PLC

Further Information

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