Planning

EdTech Assistive Technology Testbed Programme

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Planning

11 Feb 2020 at 15:15

Planned Procurement Notice
Planning

06 Feb 2020 at 13:10

Planned Procurement Notice
Planning

22 Jan 2020 at 12:04

Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education is initiating the EdTech Assistive Technology Testbed Programme to appoint a delivery partner for the design, management, implementation, and evaluation of the Assistive Technology (AT) Testbed programme. This procurement falls under the planning stage and involves a budget of £300,000 for the fiscal year 2020-21. The contract period is set to commence on 1st April 2020 and conclude by 31st July 2021. Interested parties must apply to be registered on the Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) by 6th February 2020, with the procurement process expected to launch the week of 17th February 2020. The procurement is classified under "Research and experimental development services" and will utilise a selective procurement method via a call-off from the DPS.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the education and assistive technology sectors, especially those with experience in research, evaluation, and working with students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Companies that can form consortia to meet the experience requirements are encouraged to apply, as the programme aims to build evidence on effective AT practices in educational settings. By participating in the AT Testbed Programme, businesses can not only contribute to invaluable research but also enhance their visibility and reputation within the education sector, positioning themselves for further growth in public procurement opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

EdTech Assistive Technology Testbed Programme

Notice Description

The purpose of the PIN is to initiate market engagement. It is not a call for competition. This PIN is intended to inform the market of a potential future procurement exercise to appoint a delivery partner to work with the Department on the design, management, implementation and evaluation of the Assistive Technology (AT) Testbed programme. The Testbed will support short-cycle evaluations of AT use in schools and colleges. We will be holding two webinars: Tuesday 4th and Wednesday 5th February 2020, 14:00-15:00. Please email edtech.team@education.gov.uk to express your interest and we will send on the invite. All information from the day will be made available to those who are unable to attend. **IMPORTANT** The procurement will be run using DfE's Education and Children's Social Care (ECSC) Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS). Please ensure that you are fully registered on the Redimo2 system and accepted onto the DPS in order to see the opportunity. You must have applied for the DPS by 06/02/20 at the latest to guarantee acceptance before this opportunity goes live. If you are not FULLY registered onto the DPS and have selected your category codes by the publication date you will not be able to bid. We anticipate that the opportunity will be launched on the Redimo2 system in the week commencing 17/02/20. Redimo 2 guidance: https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/db987548-9c78-4581-ad0b-fabda89bbfec DFE registration/ECSC DPS application process: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-education/about/procurement#redimo2 Redimo 2 portal: https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/Account/Login/?cid=DFE Procurement Description: We anticipate that the delivery partner will use up to PS300,000 of funding available in FY2020-21, to undertake short-cycle evaluations (for example an academic year or less) of AT in schools and colleges, assessing the impact of AT for students with SEND. The delivery partner would have responsibility for working with the DfE to: - Identify/recruit Testbed schools/colleges who use AT to support their pupils with SEND - Set the evaluation framework, measurement tools and baseline assessments (without using 'control groups' where AT are actively withheld from SEND pupils), and manage the evaluation process - Collect the post-intervention data and assess impact - Analyse impact data and produce a research report - Provide progress reports to ensure the conditions of contract are met and value for money is achieved - Effectively communicate key messages/emerging findings via appropriate channels to the wider sector, catering to the needs/preferences of various audiences - Evaluate the AT Testbed programme The findings and evaluation of the AT Testbed programme will provide a clearer understanding and raise awareness of what AT works in which contexts. These findings will support and steer future policy direction by identifying the factors and types of products that have the greatest impact. Additional information: We are holding market engagement events to engage with suppliers that are interested in and capable of delivering the above services. These events will provide information about the expected procurement process and the high-level commercial and financial principles applicable to the services. We would welcome applicants lacking experience in a particular area to enter as part of a consortium with partners that have the relevant experience. The lead bidder must be registered on DfE's DPS (see above). The delivery partner is expected to have experience of working with schools and colleges in England, including the special school and college sectors, have expertise in research and impact evaluation and have in-depth knowledge and understanding of pupils and students with SEND and AT. Background: DfE's EdTech Strategy (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/realising-the-potential-of-technology-in-education) recognised assistive technologies (AT), as a key area of opportunity where technology can support access, inclusion and improved educational outcomes for all. Whilst there are examples of effective AT practice across England, many parents, pupils, students, teachers, Special Educational Needs Coordinators (SENCOs), and administrators are failing to access and exploit the potential benefits. Additionally, much of the current academic evidence on the impact of AT is inaccessible, difficult to digest and too general for many to make informed decisions on the choice and implementation of AT. To help address these issues, DfE launched a challenge to the EdTech sector to "identify the best technology that is proven to help level the playing field for learners with special educational needs and disabilities". The Assistive Technology Testbed Programme is a key pillar of the EdTech strategy and is designed to meet this challenge by building the evidence base of what works and communicating key messages and findings regarding the potential of AT for pupils with SEND.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3dafae0b-2403-49e5-9427-0c4903d6463c
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

73100000 - Research and experimental development services

73210000 - Research consultancy services

73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

79419000 - Evaluation consultancy services

79420000 - Management-related services

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Feb 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
17 Feb 2020Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2020 - 31 Jul 2021 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
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 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

Further Information

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