Social Research Evaluation Services

Office for National Statistics

Published: May 21, 2026

Updated: May 22, 2026

Source: uk_fts

About This Opportunity

This is a consulting contract in the Research, Monitoring Evaluation and education and training sectors. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of GBP 3.6 million.

Published through UK FTS - Find a Tender Service, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for consulting in the Research sector. Consulting assignments are typically evaluated with a strong emphasis on the technical proposal, including the methodology and qualifications of key experts. Shortlisted firms may be invited to submit financial proposals in a second stage. This is an advance notice — the formal tender is expected to be published shortly. Interested parties can use this time to prepare documentation and identify potential partners.

Description

The Office for National Statistics (ONS) in the United Kingdom is seeking a provider for Social Research Evaluation Services and associated Evaluation Training Services. This tender aims to secure expert support in evaluating the effectiveness and impact of social research projects and initiatives undertaken by the ONS. The scope includes designing evaluation frameworks, conducting rigorous evaluations using appropriate methodologies (quantitative and qualitative), analyzing findings, and producing comprehensive reports. Additionally, the contract requires the provision of training services to ONS staff on evaluation techniques and best practices, enhancing internal capacity. Bidders must demonstrate significant experience in social research evaluation, a strong understanding of statistical and research methodologies, and proven ability to deliver high-quality training. The services are crucial for ensuring the quality, relevance, and impact of the ONS's social research outputs and for building internal evaluation expertise within the organization. Proposals will be assessed on the methodological approach, team expertise, and value for money.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from UK FTS - Find a Tender Service and was originally published on May 21, 2026. Last refreshed today. Reference: 046923-2026. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Office for National Statistics

Office for National Statistics has issued 95 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 10 currently open and 83 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Information & Communication Technology, Governance & Public Administration, and Education & Training. All notices are published for United Kingdom. Notices are distributed via UK Contracts Finder and UK FTS - Find a Tender Service. Most recent publication: May 21, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

What is the estimated budget?

The estimated contract value is £3,600,000 - £3,600,000. Bidders should ensure their proposals are consistent with this range and account for any local taxes and contract execution costs.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in United Kingdom. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit UK FTS - Find a Tender Service to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference 046923-2026 when communicating with the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Office for National Statistics in United Kingdom. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Consulting contract in the Research & Innovation sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.