---
title: "DHSC:ASC International Comparators Research for The Casey Commission"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06b84e"
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buyer: "DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE"
published: "2026-06-18"
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# DHSC:ASC International Comparators Research for The Casey Commission

Buyer: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06b84e

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## Summary

The Department of Health & Social Care, located in London, recently completed a procurement process titled "DHSC:ASC International Comparators Research for The Casey Commission." This tender falls under the industry category of research and development services and related consultancy services. It sought to deliver a comprehensive research report on the financial status and social care spending trends of older adults in England. The procurement process followed was direct, below threshold without competition, indicating a specialised focus. The contract, valued at £57,400 excluding VAT, was awarded to Frontier Economics, a large-scale supplier headquartered in London. The contract began on 15 May 2026 and is set to conclude on 30 September 2026, with the award being made active on 18 June 2026.

This procurement opportunity presents significant potential for businesses specialising in research and consultancy services, particularly those geared towards social care and economic analysis. Though the contract was awarded directly and without competition, understanding such projects can be beneficial for businesses aiming to align their capabilities with public sector research needs. Companies experienced in data-driven assessments and handling sensitive socio-economic data would find themselves well-suited for similar future opportunities, as the government continues to invest in detailed and informed policy-making studies.

## Notice

To deliver a research report that provides a comprehensive and data-driven assessment of the wealth, income, and financial resilience of older adults in England, alongside trends in wealth and social care spending.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057660-2026 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 14 May 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £57,400 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1H 0EU |
| 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 | FRONTIER ECONOMICS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 18 Jun 2026 at 14:00 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057660-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057660-2026
  18th June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-of-health-and-social-care
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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