Tender

Braille Quality Assurance Framework STA 0276

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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Tender

09 Sep 2021 at 14:53

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education is currently conducting an open tender for the "Braille Quality Assurance Framework STA 0276" aimed at quality assuring modified Braille versions of Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 National Curriculum tests. This procurement falls under the education and training services category and has a contract value of £10,200. The tender period ended on 13th May 2021, but the contract period is set to commence from 1st August 2021 and will conclude on 31st July 2024. The services are expected to be delivered in various locations, including the United Kingdom and European territories.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in educational services, particularly those experienced in Braille materials and accessibility. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as this procurement process is designed to be inclusive. Companies with expertise in quality assurance, educational assessments, and those that maintain high standards in educational material development will find this tender to be a suitable match for their services, helping them to expand their client base and engage in long-term contracts with a government authority.

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Notice Title

Braille Quality Assurance Framework STA 0276

Notice Description

The STA is looking to recruit experienced Braille experts for quality assuring the modified Braille versions of the Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 National Curriculum tests to ensure: - the accuracy and consistency within and across documents; - the tests, transcripts and mark schemes reflect each other and are consistent; - the materials conform to the style outlined; and - the modified tests and guidance documents reflect and/or match the live tests, as appropriate.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/983ca21a-939d-4f84-b234-c29bdd22d240
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
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
£10,200 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 May 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2021 - 31 Jul 2024 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
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
COVENTRY
Postcode
CV1 2WT
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
St Michael's
Westminster Constituency
Coventry South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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