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title: "Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) Reforms Evaluation & DWP Employer Survey"
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# Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) Reforms Evaluation & DWP Employer Survey

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR WORK & PENSIONS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7dfba3f0-4965-450d-b161-cebad20e863f

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## Summary

The procurement process for the Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) Reforms Evaluation & DWP Employer Survey has been successfully completed. Conducted by the Department for Work & Pensions (DWP), this project falls under the category of research services. It is intended to assess the impacts of the SSP reforms set to commence in April 2026. The procurement was carried out using a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The total contract value is £2,010,610.50, and the evaluation will take place across multiple locations, including the United Kingdom, Europe, and other affiliated regions. The procurement stage is at the award phase, having commenced on 3rd June 2026 and scheduled to conclude by 3rd November 2029.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in research services, particularly those with experience in policy evaluation and analysis. Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) would find this project particularly accommodating, given its suitability requirements. The contract's international delivery scope offers additional potential for enterprises with transnational operational capabilities, thus encouraging growth through diversification and expanded engagement in public sector projects. Successful participation in such tenders can bolster a company's portfolio and enhance its reputation in providing government-level research services.

## Notice

The primary purpose of this research is to provide DWP with evidence on the estimated impacts* of the Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) reforms which are due to come into effect in April 2026.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/187ec9ff-1ca7-4a10-9528-e54fe89c06f4 |
| 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 | 15 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 2 Jun 2026 - 3 Nov 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,010,610 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £2,010,610 |
| 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 HILL |
| 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 | IPSOS (MARKET RESEARCH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 15 Jun 2026 at 15:52 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/187ec9ff-1ca7-4a10-9528-e54fe89c06f4
- 15 Jun 2026 at 13:47 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/311ddc54-36c5-444c-b4c5-f21cb185933c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/187ec9ff-1ca7-4a10-9528-e54fe89c06f4
  15th June 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/311ddc54-36c5-444c-b4c5-f21cb185933c
  15th June 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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