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Software Development Capability - Package 3 (Teaching Vacancies & International Teacher Recruitment)

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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17 Feb 2021 at 12:23

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the Department for Education, which is situated in London, England. The contract titled "Software Development Capability - Package 3 (Teaching Vacancies & International Teacher Recruitment)" focuses on services within the education and training sector. This awarded contract, valued at £3,000,000, was initiated through a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period commenced on 1st October 2020 and is set to conclude on 30th September 2022. The tender's submission period ended on 5th August 2020.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) particularly those specialising in software development and educational technology services. Given the focus on the Teacher Vacancy Service and International Teacher Recruitment, businesses familiar with educational frameworks or that can provide innovative software solutions are well-suited to engage in similar future tenders. Collaboration with the Department for Education may also foster growth for businesses aiming to expand their influence in the public sector.

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Notice Title

Software Development Capability - Package 3 (Teaching Vacancies & International Teacher Recruitment)

Notice Description

Two year contract awarded for Provision of Software Development Services for Teacher Vacancy Service & International Teacher Recruitment).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ca997b75-0ccc-4cfc-8463-5291dffd7402
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

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Feb 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Aug 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Sep 20205 years ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2020 - 30 Sep 2022 1-2 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
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

SOFTWIRE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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