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Level 3 Mathematics Support Programme

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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10 Feb 2021 at 10:19

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education is extending the "Level 3 Mathematics Support Programme" contract, originally valued at £32,055,779, by an additional three months to align with the academic year. This extension is part of a direct procurement method, with a cumulative extension value of £10,000,000. The current contract will run until 31st July 2022, providing support aimed at improving post-16 Mathematics education, particularly through initiatives targeted at increasing participation among girls in STEM subjects. The latest procurement stage reflects an active award as of 15th January 2021, following a tender period that concluded on 4th January 2021.

This procurement opportunity presents significant growth potential for businesses, particularly those specialising in educational services, teacher training, and resources aimed at enhancing Mathematics instruction. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community sector enterprises (VCSEs) may find this tender particularly suitable, as the focus is on delivering high-quality support and professional development to schools and colleges. The emphasis on improving access and expertise in Level 3 Mathematics offers businesses a chance to contribute meaningfully to educational outcomes while expanding their service offerings within the education sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Level 3 Mathematics Support Programme

Notice Description

The Contracting Authority has already exercised its option to extend the Initial 2-year term by no more than two years by granting a 1-year extension and wishes to grant a further extension of 1 year and 3 months, exceeding the maximum permitted extension period by three months. The further 3 months are necessary in order to bring the contract into line with the academic year cycle and the launch on 1st August 2022 of an entirely new contract which will be the subject of a full public procurement procedure commencing in mid to late 2021, (subject to funding). The cumulative value of the original contract as extended pursuant to its terms is PS32,055,779 (i.e. approx. PS8,000,000 per annum). The estimated value of the final three-month extension is PS2,000,000. Therefore the total value of the permitted 12 month extension and the additional three month extension is PS10,000,000. The contract provides the following services designed to improve the quality and capacity of Level 3 Mathematics provision post-16 and to stimulate post-16 student demand for level 3 qualifications, particularly among girls and in targeted opportunity areas: - measures to increase participation and attainment in level 3 mathematics through targeted support to students, teachers, schools and colleges most in need - high quality professional development, support and resources for teachers to teach AS/A level mathematics, further mathematics and Core Maths. - assisting schools and colleges to scale up Core Maths provision, to increase the number of students in 16-19 state funded schools and colleges studying the qualification. This notice is for the extension of current service support and associated systems and resources to schools and colleges pursuant to the existing contract terms to the end of academic year 2021/2022 prior to the introduction of a new and openly procured contract programme due to be launched on 1st August 2022. The contract aims and requirements remain the same, namely to (a) embed high quality teaching methods and pedagogy (b) increase the uptake and participation in A and AS Level mathematics, A & AS level further mathematics and level 3 core maths qualifications (c) improve quality of teaching and d) increase the number of students studying STEM degrees. Additional information: Please follow the links below for previous notices relating to this procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/47a5b049-0d3a-4678-a61c-006c1f7863ce
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£10,000,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Feb 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Jan 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Jan 20215 years ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2021 - 31 Jul 2022 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
Department for Education
Contact Email
louise.holmes@education.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1142742694

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

MATHEMATICS IN EDUCATION AND INDUSTRY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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