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title: "Pensions Landscape - 20 Years on from Turner Commission"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05130e"
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buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS"
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# Pensions Landscape - 20 Years on from Turner Commission

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05130e

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Pensions Landscape – 20 Years on from Turner Commission" was initiated by the Department for Work and Pensions, a central government authority based in London, United Kingdom. This contract, part of a broader Pensions Review, focuses on Phase 2 which addresses pension adequacy and improved outcomes. The process has reached the contract award stage, with the award dated 14th May 2025. The contract, valued at £25,000, commenced on the same date and will run until 18th July 2025, with a possible extension to 18th August 2025. The procurement method was direct and conducted below the threshold without competition, specifically targeting research services within the services category. The successful supplier for this contract is the Pensions Policy Institute, also located in London.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in research services, particularly those experienced in financial and pension analysis. Companies that can provide insights into investment strategies and pension adequacy stand to benefit by aligning their expertise with government initiatives. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in research and consultancy within the finance sector are well-suited to compete for similar government opportunities, especially those focused on influencing public policy and enhancing service outcomes in the pension sector. The direct procurement approach suggests that future contracts may offer similarly streamlined submission processes, thus reducing administrative burden and encouraging wider participation from smaller enterprises.

## Notice

The Labour Manifesto committed the government to undertake a Pensions Review, to consider what further steps are needed to increase investment in UK markets and improve outcomes for pension savers. The Review aims to build on the success of the previous Turner Commission (2004-06) and will provide recommendations on the above. - Phase 1 of the Review, focused on investment, was launched in July 2024 - Phase 2, which will be focused on adequacy and improving the outcomes of current and future pensioners is due to commence. This contract allows for the completion of Phase 2 of the review.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021246-2025 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 13 May 2025 - 18 Jul 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £25,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND 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 | PENSIONS POLICY INSTITUTE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 14 May 2025 at 12:03 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021246-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021246-2025
  14th May 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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