Planning

Modified Tests Framework

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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Planning

19 Jul 2018 at 14:06

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education is initiating the "Modified Tests Framework" procurement process, aimed at establishing a framework for modified Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 National Curriculum Tests for children with visual and hearing impairments. This tender is currently in the planning stage and the engagement end date is set for 23 July 2018. The framework will span four years, from 31 January 2019 to 1 February 2023, and is classified under education and training services, with a total estimated value of up to £5,000,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in educational resources, accessibility solutions, and modified testing services. Companies with experience in project management, quality assurance, and technical resources for creating braille and large-print test materials are well-positioned to compete. The supplier briefing event scheduled for 16 August 2018 in Coventry will further facilitate engagement with potential suppliers, allowing them to showcase their capabilities in delivering these essential services to the educational sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Modified Tests Framework

Notice Description

The Standards and Testing Agency (STA), an Executive Agency of the Department for Education (DfE) is looking to re-establish a Modified Tests Framework for the development and delivery of modified versions of Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 National Curriculum Tests for children with visual and hearing impairments. The new framework will be for four years from 31 January 2019 to 1 February 2023. Successful suppliers will be required to provide modified versions of standard tests in various formats. At present, modified versions are required for all national curriculum tests including the following: the Phonics Screening Check (braille version only); Key Stage 1 tests in English Reading, Mathematics and English Grammar Punctuation and Spelling; Key Stage 2 tests in English Reading, Mathematics and English Grammar Punctuation and Spelling; and Key Stage 2 Science sampling tests. However, this is subject to change depending on government policy. The tests required for modification will be specified in each call off. Suppliers will also be expected to provide: * amendments to the standard marking guidance to enable consistent marking of the modified versions of the tests; * a specialist helpline service for schools and other users of modified tests; * logging modified tests order information on STA's test order website and providing order updates directly to STA's website to an agreed schedule; and * an on-demand past paper service to schools. The required services include (but are not limited to): GENERAL * Project Management * Management Information * Security * Equalities * Business Continuity * Resources * Quality Assurance * Exit and Transition TECHNICAL * Expertise * Modified Tests Process * Guidance materials for administration and marking of modified tests * Braille papers * Modified Large Print * Materials to support hearing impaired * Specialist helpline * Order management * Past Paper Service * Delivery requirements * Downloadable electronic versions of test materials (under STA consideration) * Performance and quality requirements Additional information: The total value of the work over four years is expected to be a maximum of PS5,000,000. Indicative Procurement Timeline Activity Date Issue ITT 23/07/2018 Supplier Briefing 16/08/2018 Deadline for clarification questions 28/09/2018 Closing date for bids 12 noon, 15/10/2018 Award notices 28/11/2018 As outlined above, the Department is planning to hold a Supplier Briefing event in order to engage with potential suppliers of the services subject to tender. This event will take place on 16 August between 13:30-15:30 at STA offices in Coventry (Earlsdon Park, 53-55 Butts Road, Coventry CV1 3BH). If you are a supplier interested in attending the supplier briefing, please send an email expressing your interest together with your contact details, a brief overview of your organisation and specific interest in this procurement to rashida.akbar@education.gov.uk and TendersTD.STA@education.gov.uk. START AND END DATES OF THE CONTRACT: 31/01/2019 - 01/02/2023

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f848c39b-9f9b-4968-a25f-211b94574aba
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jul 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
23 Jul 2018Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COVENTRY
Postcode
CV1 3BH
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
Sherbourne
Westminster Constituency
Coventry North West

Further Information

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