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SEN Futures value for money feasibility study

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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08 Nov 2019 at 10:36

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30 Aug 2019 at 08:49

Award

16 Aug 2019 at 14:34

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04 Jan 2019 at 14:03

TenderAmendment

17 Dec 2018 at 11:46

Tender

17 Dec 2018 at 10:59

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education in London is seeking expressions of interest for a feasibility study titled "SEN Futures value for money feasibility study". This procurement falls under the research and development services category and has a budget of £65,000. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the tender period is set to conclude on 14th January 2019. The contract period will run from 1st February 2019 to 28th June 2019.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in research and consultancy services, particularly those focused on educational provisions for children with special educational needs (SEN). Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to apply, as they will find the tender process accessible. Engaging in this feasibility study could help these businesses expand their portfolios and gain valuable insights into the current landscape of SEN provision in England.

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Notice Title

SEN Futures value for money feasibility study

Notice Description

Expressions of interest are sought to conduct a feasibility study to inform a future value for money study of SEN provision for pupils with Education, Health and Care (EHC) plans in England. The feasibility study will cover an investigation of the cost data available from local authorities (LAs) and educational settings, a review of relevant outcomes information and an outline of how value for money could be assessed. The methodology will include an evidence review as well as qualitative engagement with educational settings and LAs, resulting in a report that summarises, for the purposes of a proposed future study, the cost and outcomes information required to determine the value for money of SEN provision and the extent to which it is possible to obtain this. PLEASE NOTE: DEADLINE FOR EOI's IS: 10am 14TH JAN 2019

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-09097b12-0c42-402d-a234-edaaa3712c92
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c34bd82d-11bc-4974-a7df-b1f280b94ab8
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£65,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£64,476 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Nov 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Jan 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jul 20196 years ago
Contract Period
17 Jul 2019 - 29 Nov 2019 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3BT
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOCIAL FINANCE

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