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Contract Extension & Variation - Key Stage 2 Technical Pre-Testing & Science Sampling

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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27 Nov 2020 at 14:58

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education has recently completed the procurement process for a contract titled "Contract Extension & Variation - Key Stage 2 Technical Pre-Testing & Science Sampling," with a total value of £2,631,437. This contract, classified under education and training services, initially began on 23rd September 2019 and is set to expire on 30th November 2021. The procurement method utilised was a framework agreement, with the tender period concluding on 5th August 2019, highlighting the importance of timely participation from potential suppliers.

This contract presents an excellent opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in education services, technical testing, and scientific sampling. As the contract has been awarded after an extension in response to changing demands due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it signifies a focus on adapting to evolving educational needs. Businesses that can provide innovative solutions in this sector will be well-positioned to compete in future tenders, particularly those emphasizing quality and compliance in educational assessment and research.

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Notice Title

Contract Extension & Variation - Key Stage 2 Technical Pre-Testing & Science Sampling

Notice Description

This contract notice provides updated contract information; overall contract value and expiry date, following contract extension in response to the emergency situation - CV19. This notice replaces the original one, published on 22 Nov 2019. Link - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36b3324e-c32a-420e-9722-a9900d8354b4?origin=SearchResults&p=1

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4ec33a37-1135-42d8-b303-4b6b7169ce6b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c9251e4-7a8a-47d7-9087-df5e5de24bc0
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
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - Framework Agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
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
£2,631,437 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,631,437 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Nov 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Aug 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Sep 20196 years ago
Contract Period
22 Sep 2019 - 30 Nov 2021 2-3 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
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S1 2JF
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NFER

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