DHSC:ASC International Comparators Research for The Casey Commission

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE

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Award

18 Jun 2026 at 14:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Health & Social Care, located in London, recently completed a procurement process titled "DHSC:ASC International Comparators Research for The Casey Commission." This tender falls under the industry category of research and development services and related consultancy services. It sought to deliver a comprehensive research report on the financial status and social care spending trends of older adults in England. The procurement process followed was direct, below threshold without competition, indicating a specialised focus. The contract, valued at £57,400 excluding VAT, was awarded to Frontier Economics, a large-scale supplier headquartered in London. The contract began on 15 May 2026 and is set to conclude on 30 September 2026, with the award being made active on 18 June 2026.

This procurement opportunity presents significant potential for businesses specialising in research and consultancy services, particularly those geared towards social care and economic analysis. Though the contract was awarded directly and without competition, understanding such projects can be beneficial for businesses aiming to align their capabilities with public sector research needs. Companies experienced in data-driven assessments and handling sensitive socio-economic data would find themselves well-suited for similar future opportunities, as the government continues to invest in detailed and informed policy-making studies.

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Notice Title

DHSC:ASC International Comparators Research for The Casey Commission

Notice Description

To deliver a research report that provides a comprehensive and data-driven assessment of the wealth, income, and financial resilience of older adults in England, alongside trends in wealth and social care spending.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b84e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057660-2026
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
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

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£57,400 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jun 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
14 May 2026 - 30 Sep 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 OF HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 0EU
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

FRONTIER ECONOMICS

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