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Life Course and Life Events Analysis Pensions Commission

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK & PENSIONS

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27 Mar 2026 at 11:28

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work & Pensions (DWP), located in London, has recently progressed in its procurement process titled "Life Course and Life Events Analysis Pensions Commission." This contract falls under the services category, with a specific focus on research services. The procurement was conducted using a direct method below the threshold, meaning it was awarded without competition. The tender has now reached the award and contract stage, with the work carried out by the Institute for Fiscal Studies. The project involves secondary analysis of longitudinal surveys to examine how labour market participation affects pension contributions, with the contract period running from 27th February 2026 to 31st July 2026, with a potential one-month extension. The entire procurement process and the contract are being managed by Elaine Howarth from the DWP.

This tender presents significant opportunities for organisations specialising in research services, particularly those experienced in analysing economic and social data. Businesses that focus on longitudinal studies or have expertise in the field of labour market and pensions would find this project especially fitting. Engaging with such projects allows these businesses to establish and strengthen their reputation in delivering critical insights into national economic patterns, thereby facilitating growth through government contracts. Furthermore, as the procurement process used a direct award method, it highlights potential opportunities for businesses that can offer niche expertise, positioning them as essential partners for future projects with the Department for Work & Pensions and similar government bodies.

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Notice Title

Life Course and Life Events Analysis Pensions Commission

Notice Description

Using secondary analysis of longitudinal surveys previously conducted this project will explore how labour market participation through the life course affects pension contribution rates and pension participation.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06764d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028422-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£49,270 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
27 Feb 2026 - 31 Jul 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR WORK & PENSIONS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

INSTITUTE FOR FISCAL STUDIES(THE

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