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title: "Connect to Work"
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# Connect to Work

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR WORK & PENSIONS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-690ed47a-7812-4d3f-9d5c-0db36909da03

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Connect to Work" was initiated by the Department for Work & Pensions, aimed at conducting an externally-commissioned evaluation of a voluntary Supported Employment programme for disabled individuals, people with long-term health conditions, and disadvantaged groups. It falls under the industry category of "Research services". The geographical scope includes the United Kingdom, British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World. The procurement stage is currently at award, with the contract period starting on 23 October 2025 and concluding on 22 November 2031. The procurement method utilised was selective, via a call-off from a framework agreement, and the value of the contract stands at GBP 4,286,737.93. The tender period ended on 28 August 2025, signalling the commencement of the award phase thereafter.

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses in the research services sector, especially SMEs and VCSEs that can deliver insightful evaluations for government programmes targeting social development. Companies with expertise in social research, particularly those equipped to handle projects of significant scale, will find this tender advantageous. The awarded supplier for this contract is NatCen Social Research, indicating a strong preference for organisations proficient in comprehensive and analytical evaluation methods. The procurement by the Department for Work & Pensions demonstrates an investment in evidence-based research to enhance public service programmes, presenting an attractive prospect for businesses aiming to contribute to meaningful societal impact.

## Notice

This is a proposed externally-commissioned evaluation of Connect to Work, a large voluntary programme of localised Supported Employment for disabled people, people with long-term health conditions and disadvantaged groups.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/034a2d3a-b114-4f2f-9f5b-4309495f2ec3 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 22 Oct 2025 - 22 Nov 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £4,286,737 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £4,286,737 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEPARTMENT FOR WORK & PENSIONS |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1H 9NA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NATCEN SOCIAL RESEARCH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 11 Feb 2026 at 12:01 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/034a2d3a-b114-4f2f-9f5b-4309495f2ec3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/034a2d3a-b114-4f2f-9f5b-4309495f2ec3
  11th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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