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title: "Social Work Degree Apprenticeship (SWDA) Research_con_28387"
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# Social Work Degree Apprenticeship (SWDA) Research_con_28387

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-883e3253-2348-4502-a2ea-6e6b040bf19f

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## Summary

The procurement process led by the Department for Education involved the award of a contract for research into the Social Work Degree Apprenticeship (SWDA) programme. This contract falls under the industry category of "Research and development services and related consultancy services" (CPV code 73000000). The procurement method was selective, implemented through a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender process has moved to the award stage and concluded with the award made to IFF Research Ltd. The contract, valued at £106,407.86, commenced on 24th September 2025 and will end on 31st March 2026. The scope of the project covers multiple locations including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, and Europe.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses engaged in research and consultancy services. Companies that specialise in educational research and have the capacity for comprehensive analysis will find this contract particularly beneficial. Given the nature of the procurement, there is scope for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), to compete effectively. The engagement with high-profile governmental departments, such as the Department for Education, can significantly enhance business credibility and open avenues for further public sector collaborations.

## Notice

Department for Education is looking for a supplier to conduct research into the Social Work Degree Apprenticeship (SWDA) programme

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bbfa74c8-de13-4342-be3f-3e6b7c94fabd |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 23 Sep 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £106,407 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £106,407 |
| 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 EDUCATION |
| Locality | LONDON, |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 3BT |
| 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 | IFF RESEARCH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 30 Sep 2025 at 09:21 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bbfa74c8-de13-4342-be3f-3e6b7c94fabd

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bbfa74c8-de13-4342-be3f-3e6b7c94fabd
  30th September 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/661bd0aa-4d2c-4179-8a5b-d757879f98f1
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