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Lifelong Learning Entitlement Modular Acceleration Programme_con_26474

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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11 Mar 2025 at 09:56

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education has completed the tender for the "Lifelong Learning Entitlement Modular Acceleration Programme" (MAP), which aims to monitor and evaluate the acceleration of individual, stackable modules of Higher Technical Qualifications before the launch of the Lifelong Learning Entitlement in 2025. This procurement falls under the industry category of Research and Development Services and Related Consultancy Services (CPV code 73000000). The contract, valued at GBP 177,726, will be executed across the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the United Kingdom, and the Rest of the World. The procurement used a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement, with key dates including a tender period end on January 5, 2025, and a contract period from March 10, 2025, to August 31, 2026. The supplier awarded is York Consulting LLP.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in research and consultancy services within the education sector, particularly those adept with higher education frameworks. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to compete in such projects, as indicated by the procurement suitability requirements. Engaging with this project can provide exposure to extensive and diverse geographical regions, offering substantial growth potential for businesses looking to expand their portfolio and demonstrate their capability in international and multi-regional education evaluation projects.

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Notice Title

Lifelong Learning Entitlement Modular Acceleration Programme_con_26474

Notice Description

To monitor and evaluation the Modular Acceleration Programme (MAP); MAP will accelerate the delivery of individual, stackable modules of Higher Technical Qualifications ahead of the launch of the LLE in 2025.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2cb98135-923f-4414-ba1f-ec918b02254f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f3b7dce3-9c41-4aba-9b1d-fe43d0f8a03a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
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
£177,726 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£177,726 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
10 Mar 2025 - 31 Aug 2026 1-2 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
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

YORK CONSULTING

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