Tender

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) - Access and Progression

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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Tender

12 Jul 2018 at 10:28

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education is initiating an open tender for the project titled "English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) - Access and Progression." This procurement falls under the research and development services category, with a contract value of £99,000 and a minimum value of £80,000. The tender period is scheduled to conclude on 25th July 2018, with the contract expected to commence on 10th September 2018 and run until 28th March 2019. The ESOL project aims to explore accessibility and learner pathways, conducting qualitative research with an emphasis on the experiences of both learners and providers.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses focused on research and consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in education and language acquisition. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) would be particularly well-suited to compete, given the emphasis on community engagement and qualitative insights. Companies that can demonstrate experience in conducting educational research, leveraging community connections, and analysing learner needs will find this contract aligned with their business capabilities, potentially leading to further growth in the education sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) - Access and Progression

Notice Description

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) is a course taken by people who do not speak English as their first language. DfE funds a range of ESOL courses designed to enable learners to navigate everyday life and work in the UK. The Department is aiming to explore learner perspectives, specifically how they experience ESOL provision and any barriers faced by learners and non-learners when trying to access ESOL provision. We are also aiming to look at provider perspectives including, the demand for ESOL and how provision is managed. Overarching aim of research project Explore how provision meets the needs of different types of adult (19+) ESOL learners, specifically with regards to the accessibility of provision, pathways and progression and the availability of appropriate information. Also, to better understand the needs of non-learners. Methodology The Department will be inviting a two-stage research methodology at the invitation to tender stage. Stage one (feasibility and survey) Feasibility study: * Qualitative research with ESOL providers * Focus groups or paired interviews with learners to take place during the provider visits. * Consultation and engagement with local community groups to test the feasibility of accessing non-learners through these groups or through existing learners' contacts. Online provider survey The department would like some early findings on specific questions and requires a survey of ESOL provider. Stage two Main stage informed by the feasibility work that will expand research with providers, learners and non learners. Sampling The department will assist with providing data for sampling from the ILR and other government departments' data for both the qualitative work and the provider survey. Additional information: Deadline for EOI's - 12pm on 25th July 2018

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ed239b92-f11a-4b5d-be1b-caa5996863f4
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£99,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jul 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Jul 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Sep 2018 - 28 Mar 2019 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
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
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S1 4PQ
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

Further Information

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