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Provision of Item Writing Services for Key Stage 2 Mathematics Call-off Contract

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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Award

15 May 2018 at 08:35

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by the Department for Education, involves a call-off contract for the provision of item writing services for Key Stage 2 Mathematics. This contract, titled "Provision of Item Writing Services for Key Stage 2 Mathematics Call-off Contract," falls under the education and training services category. The procurement method used is selective, allowing specific suppliers to participate. The contract period runs from 15th January 2018 to 14th September 2018, with the tender period concluding on 17th November 2017. The services are required across various delivery locations, including the United Kingdom and other regions.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in educational services, particularly those with expertise in item writing or assessment services. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) may find this contract particularly suitable, as it encourages participation from diverse suppliers. Competing businesses that can provide quality item writing, including the development of mark schemes and testing materials, are well-positioned to grow and expand through this contract.

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Notice Title

Provision of Item Writing Services for Key Stage 2 Mathematics Call-off Contract

Notice Description

This call-off contract is for the provision of item writing services for Key Stage 2 Mathematics Work Package 2, including the drafting of potential items and their mark schemes, ready for formal trialling.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f3a1f4da-4768-4f52-8974-c9f3018f19b7
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, VCSE
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
£78,684 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 May 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Nov 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Dec 20178 years ago
Contract Period
15 Jan 2018 - 14 Sep 2018 6-12 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
heatherwright@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
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

THE AUSTRALIAN COUNCIL FOR EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH (ACER

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