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Empirical Testing & User Research (Pensions)

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Response Deadline12/07/2026, 12:00:00 PM UTC

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The Empirical Testing and User Research (Pensions) subcontract involves performing quantitative and qualitative testing of communication prototypes for prime contractors working on Financial Reporting Council projects. The selected provider will design and execute empirical tests specifically targeting segmented DC savers, with a strong emphasis on inclusive research methods to engage digitally excluded groups and individuals with low literacy or numeracy levels. The project requires specialized expertise in behavioral experiment design and the measurement of comprehension. The primary deliverable is a comprehensive empirical testing report detailing both quantitative and qualitative findings. This opportunity was posted on November 5, 2026, with a response deadline of December 7, 2026.

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Agency

The Financial Reporting Council Limited

NAICS

541613 - Marketing Consulting Services

Place of Performance

GBR

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of FRC2026-075.

The full solicitation package (5 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Timeline

PostedNov 5

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Response DeadlineDec 7

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AgencyThe Financial Reporting Council Limited

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Organization / AgencyThe Financial Reporting Council Limited

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Performs quantitative and qualitative testing of communication prototypes for prime contractors on Financial Reporting Council (FRC) projects. Designs and executes empirical tests with segmented DC savers, utilizing inclusive research methods to reach low-numeracy, low-literacy, and digitally excluded groups. Requires expertise in behavioral experiment design and comprehension measurement. Delivers an empirical testing report with quantitative and qualitative findings.

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