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Call Off contracts awarded under ECSC Framework - Lot 10 (December 2025)

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education has finalised the award of 25 call-off contracts under the curriculum drafters lot of the ESCS Framework, Lot 10. This process utilised the direct award route, ensuring optimal alignment with required expertise in subject leadership and stakeholder management. The contracts, collectively valued at £400,000, cover the delivery of education and training services across multiple regions in the United Kingdom including North East, North West, and London among others. The tender, now in the complete stage, was operated under "Other - Open Procurement - light touch regime," with a tender period ending on 8th December 2025 and contract execution starting from 10th December 2025 to 31st March 2026. The framework will remain operational until 2029, allowing for potential future opportunities.

This award provides significant business opportunities, especially for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs), given their suitability as stated in the procurement details. Enterprises with a demonstrated ability in curriculum design and educational project management will be well-poised to engage in further opportunities as needs develop over the framework's lifespan. Additionally, the open procurement approach signals a favourable environment for businesses ready to leverage their expertise in educational reform and curriculum development, positioning them for promising growth within the public sector's educational initiatives.

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Notice Title

Call Off contracts awarded under ECSC Framework - Lot 10 (December 2025)

Notice Description

The Department for Education has awarded 25 call-off contracts to suppliers on the curriculum drafters lot of the ESCS framework via the direct award route. This work was allocated based on the best fit for the requirement, taking into account relevant experience of expertise in subject leadership in school contexts and the ability to manage feedback from a wide range of stakeholders. At present, there is no immediate requirement for additional drafters. However, the Department will consider allocating work to other successful candidates who have been admitted to the framework in the future as need arises. The framework will remain active until 2029, and additional curriculum-related work may be commissioned during this period. Note: The value stated in this notice covers all 25 call-off contracts awarded in December 2025.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2e442f5f-7f52-441a-97b8-5d7ecabe2c63
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f48b6dc8-3995-4769-ae01-b18306b909f1
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - Open Procurement - light touch regime
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
8 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
10 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 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
Not specified
Contact Email
contact.schoolscommercial@education.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SEE THE ATTACHED LIST OF SUPPLIERS AWARDED CALL OFF CONTRACTS UN

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