Adult Social Care (ASC) Workforce Support Programme 2026
Reference ocds-h6vhtk-055fdf · Department of Health & Social Care
Awarded to Ipsos and 1 other.
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Description
Three tendered lots for the provision of a comprehensive Adult Social Care Workforce Support Programme. -Lot 1: Workforce Support - A large, combined lot including retention, recruitment, upskilling, and adoption activities. This provides subject matter expertise to inform policy and provide implementation support for the sector. -Lot 2: Quality Assured Care Learning Service - this ensures the availability and provision of quality training that is accessible to the workforce and reflects the needs of the populations they serve. -Lot 3: Market research - targeted sector research and insights to aid policy development. The work in these areas align with our overall strategy to attract and retain a sufficient and skilled workforce to provide the right care for the evolving needs of the population. Contract start dates Lots 1 & 2 - 1st January 2026 Lot 3 - April 1st 2026
Lots (3)
| Lot | Description | CPV code | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lot 1 | 85321000 Administrative social services | — |
| 2 | Lot 2 | 85321000 Administrative social services | — |
| 3 | Lot 3 | 85321000 Administrative social services | — |
Awards
| Lot | Awarded to | Amount | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ipsos | £52,541,973 | 19 November 2025 |
| 1 | Skills for Care Ltd | — | 19 November 2025 |
| 2 | Ipsos | — | 19 November 2025 |
| 2 | Skills for Care Ltd | — | 19 November 2025 |
| 3 | Ipsos | — | 19 November 2025 |
| 3 | Skills for Care Ltd | — | 19 November 2025 |
Official publications
| Medium | Reference | Date |
|---|---|---|
| FTS | 075431-2025 | 19 November 2025 |
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