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DFID 8147 Harnessing the Transformative Potential of Technology to Increase Learning Outcomes for All - Contract Notice

DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for International Development (DFID) is currently conducting a procurement process for the contract titled "DFID 8147 Harnessing the Transformative Potential of Technology to Increase Learning Outcomes for All." This opportunity falls under the category of foreign economic-aid-related services, with a total value of £29.9 million, intended to be implemented over an eight-year period. The procurement is in the tender phase, with a deadline for submissions set for 15 December 2017. The contract is expected to commence on 29 June 2018 and conclude on 28 December 2024, applicable to various delivery locations including the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, particularly for SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSE). Businesses with expertise in educational technology, research, and innovation are ideally suited to compete for this contract, as it aims to enhance learning outcomes and educational experiences in multiple countries. Companies that can demonstrate a successful track record in delivering similar projects may find this an attractive avenue to expand their operational footprint and contribute to global educational initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DFID 8147 Harnessing the Transformative Potential of Technology to Increase Learning Outcomes for All - Contract Notice

Notice Description

Education is fundamental to development. Evidence highlights that education can enhance economic growth,and has most impact if children are both in school and learning. Learning propels education's transformationalpotential, contributing to better governance, peace, democracy, political stability and prosperity. The progress over the past decade in getting children into school shows what sustained national and international investmentcan achieve, but more needs to be done to ensure all girls and boys are in school and learning The Department for International Development (DFID) is seeking to appoint an experienced and dynamicDirectorate to design, manage and implement a PS19.9 million multi-country Research and Innovation Hub onTechnology for Education (the 'Hub') over eight years Additional information: All relevant information relating to this Contract Notice can be found on the DFID Supplier Portal where suppliers can register their interest directly. If you are not already registered as a supplier on the DFID Supplier Portal please follow the guidance which can be found on the top left of the home page: https://supplierportal.dfid.gov.uk/selfservice/

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-81a28caa-33c6-42da-9ab1-5ba59892535d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/059781a0-2210-4bd9-99da-930fe35ed010
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

CPV Codes

75211200 - Foreign economic-aid-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£29,900,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Nov 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Dec 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
28 Jun 2018 - 28 Dec 2024 Over 5 years
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 INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EAST KILBRIDE
Postcode
G75 8EA
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM95 South Lanarkshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
South Lanarkshire
Electoral Ward
East Kilbride West
Westminster Constituency
East Kilbride and Strathaven

Further Information

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