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Assessment Service

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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13 Feb 2019 at 08:59

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education is seeking to enhance its assessment services through a contract titled "Assessment Service". This initiative, classified under IT services (CPV code 72000000), aims to create a robust platform for conducting national assessments. The procurement process was completed as of January 11, 2019, with the contract awarded to Hippo Digital Ltd, valued at £287,100. The contract period spans from January 21, 2019, to April 14, 2019, and is part of a selective procurement method involving a call-off from a framework agreement. The deadline for submissions was December 21, 2018.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in IT service provision, particularly those specialising in software development and digital solutions tailored for educational assessments. Companies with experience in developing flexible platforms capable of handling multiple digital assessments will be particularly well-suited to compete in similar future procurements. The contract not only offers financial gain but also allows for engagement in a project expected to evolve over the next decade, further establishing footholds in the education sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Assessment Service

Notice Description

The ultimate aim of the assessment service is to provide one place for internal/external users to develop, deliver, administer, conduct and report on national assessments. Internal users include STA staff. External users include school admin, teachers and pupils. Due to the risk and complexity, this vision is expected to take at least 10 years to achieve. The service will be developed on a flexible robust platform to accommodate the user needs of multiple digital assessments. Over time it will reduce burden on schools and STA. Initial development will focus on a platform for the reception baseline assessment and the multiplication tables check.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e442f9d-c79d-4ac1-88ee-96c28966434f
Current Stage
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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
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£287,100 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£287,100 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Feb 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Dec 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Jan 20197 years ago
Contract Period
21 Jan 2019 - 14 Apr 2019 1-6 months
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
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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

HIPPO DIGITAL

Further Information

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