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Braille Quality Assurance Framework , STA 0283

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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15 Sep 2021 at 08:13

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education has successfully completed a tender process for the "Braille Quality Assurance Framework, STA 0283", which aims to appoint Braille experts to ensure that modified Braille versions of national curriculum tests are of the highest quality and accessible to all. The tender was awarded on 20th August 2021 and covers an overall contract period running from 1st August 2021 to 31st July 2024. The procurement method used was an open procedure, and the total contract value is £10,200. The services procured fall under the category of education and training services, with delivery addresses including locations in the United Kingdom and its overseas territories.

This procurement presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in Braille and educational resources, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) engaged in accessibility services. Companies with expertise in providing quality assurance and inclusivity in educational materials would find this tender aligns well with their services. As the focus is on delivering high-quality, accessible educational content, competitors in this sector have the potential to enhance their market presence and contribute to important educational initiatives.

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Notice Title

Braille Quality Assurance Framework , STA 0283

Notice Description

The Standards & Testing Agency has appointed a number of contractors, Braille experts, to provide assurance services to ensure that modified Braille versions of Key Stage 1 & Key Stage 2 national curriculum tests are the highest quality, accessible to all, inclusive and free from bias.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-27cf55e4-4bc5-4127-a298-f00f688d6360
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5be3998c-ab42-4cbc-bd4a-34f7f54402f8
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,200 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£10,200 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 May 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Aug 20214 years ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2021 - 31 Jul 2024 3-4 years
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
COVENTRY
Postcode
CV1 2WT
Post Town
Coventry
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG33 Coventry
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Coventry
Electoral Ward
St Michael's
Westminster Constituency
Coventry South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
5
Supplier Names

JUDITH FURSE

LESLEY BLAYNEY

NORMAN BROWN

PINECREST CONSULTANCY

V I RESOURCING LIMITED T/A CONNECT DESIGN, ALVASTON LODGE, ALVAS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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