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Enabler of the Secure Accommodation Network (con_28964)

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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21 Nov 2025 at 13:49

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education has completed a procurement process titled "Enabler of the Secure Accommodation Network (con_28964)," within the Development Consultancy Services industry. The process was executed using a selective procurement method, specifically through a call-off from a framework agreement. This contract, valued at £50,000, covers various regions across the United Kingdom including London, North East, and East Midlands, among others, and aimed to enhance sector operations through consultancy services. It reached the award stage on 1st November 2025, with the published contract notice following on 21st November 2025. The engagement started on 1st November 2025 and is set to conclude by 1st April 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the consultancy sector, as it was facilitated with SME suitability in mind. Businesses with expertise in development consultancy services would find this contract appealing, particularly those that can contribute innovative solutions to empower secure accommodation networks. The broad geographical coverage offers diverse regional potential for consultants to engage with local stakeholders, fostering business expansion and growing their network within the public sector. Such opportunities allow businesses to leverage their expertise to cater to specialised government needs, enhancing their portfolio and credibility in the sector.

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Notice Title

Enabler of the Secure Accommodation Network (con_28964)

Notice Description

A consultant to carry out a time-limited project aimed at understanding how to enable and empower the Secure Accommodation Network to enhance how the sector operates.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-310a65de-d197-45ca-8bf4-60b5f58e73fb
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cad4df3c-08f3-44f3-9d2c-a79bdbc6290a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73220000 - Development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
1 Nov 2025 - 1 Apr 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
contract-grant.data@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

ANNA RACHER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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