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title: "Commission for research into public perceptions and experiences in raising fitness to practise concerns"
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# Commission for research into public perceptions and experiences in raising fitness to practise concerns

Buyer: SOCIAL WORK ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c1a77487-fe15-4944-a854-379be22c23a3

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## Summary

Social Work England is conducting a procurement process titled "Commission for research into public perceptions and experiences in raising fitness to practise concerns," situated in Sheffield, UK. This direct tender, classified under research services, was awarded on 26th August 2021, with a contract period extending from 7th September 2021 to 7th January 2022. The procurement method utilized was a single tender action due to it falling below the financial threshold, and the project aims to enhance understanding of public concerns regarding social work practices.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses that focus on social research, particularly those with expertise in community engagement and analysis of public perceptions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) would be well-suited to participate, as the contracting authority emphasises collaboration and aims to foster innovative approaches to research. Engaging in such projects can enhance a business's portfolio while contributing to impactful regulatory improvements in the social work sector.

## Notice

Every day, social workers support millions of people to improve their chances in life. Social Work England is a specialist body taking a new approach to regulating social workers in their vital roles. We believe in the power of collaboration and share a common goal with those we regulate - to protect the public, enable positive change and ultimately improve people's lives. Social Work England was established under The Children and Social Work Act 2017 to be a new single-profession regulator for social workers in England. We are a Non-Departmental Public Body (NDPB), operating at arm's length from Government. We became the regulator on 2nd December 2019. Our purpose is to regulate social workers in England so that people receive the best possible support whenever they might need it in life. We are committed to raising standards through collaboration with everyone involved in social work. We are committed to learning about social work and to gathering data and intelligence about the profession and people's experiences. We want to make a unique contribution to the evolution of regulation, inform our work as the new specialist regulator and provide a detailed picture of social work in England. Research forms a key aspect of this goal. This research in particular will help us to make informed decisions about how we support people through our concerns process and manage our concerns effectively. The objective of this research is to undertake a study into the perceptions and experiences of members of the public in raising a fitness to practise concern, and to study any themes within the existing data relating to concerns raised by this group. A specific objective is to explore issues relating to equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) within people's perceptions and experiences.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ed70416d-9ae4-4b7e-ab53-8f6cb4a37109 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Jul 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Aug 2021 |
| Contract period | 6 Sep 2021 - 7 Jan 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £55,800 |
| 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 | SOCIAL WORK ENGLAND |
| Locality | SHEFFIELD |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S3 8JY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield |
| Local authority | Sheffield |
| Electoral ward | City |
| Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WOODNEWTON ASSOCIATES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 3 Nov 2021 at 14:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ed70416d-9ae4-4b7e-ab53-8f6cb4a37109

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ed70416d-9ae4-4b7e-ab53-8f6cb4a37109
  3rd November 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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