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DFID 8354 Directorate for a Research and Innovation Hub on Technology for Education Contract Notice

DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

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05 Sep 2018 at 14:17

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for International Development (DFID) is currently seeking to appoint a dynamic Directorate to oversee a multi-country Research and Innovation Hub focused on Technology for Education, under the title "DFID 8354 Contract Notice". This project, budgeted at £19.9 million, is classified under foreign economic-aid-related services and is located in various regions, including the British Overseas Territories and the United Kingdom. The tender is in the planning stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 21st September 2018. The procurement method is selective, using a competitive procedure with negotiation.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in education technology, research, and innovation, particularly those capable of contributing to impactful learning outcomes in developing countries. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as their innovative approaches may align with DFID's objectives. The successful bidder will play a crucial role in exploring effective educational interventions and demonstrating value for money, thus fostering growth in the educational technology sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DFID 8354 Directorate for a Research and Innovation Hub on Technology for Education Contract Notice

Notice Description

The Department for International Development (DFID) is seeking to appoint an experienced and dynamic Directorate to design, manage and implement a PS19.9 million multi-country research and Innovation Hub on Technology for Education. The EdTech Research and Innovation Hub will bring together experts in technology, education, research and innovation to answer the questions: 1. What works (and what doesn't work) to accelerate, spread and scale education technology interventions to deliver better learning outcomes for all children, including the most marginalised, in developing countries? and 2. Which education technology interventions present the greatest value for money and social return on investment? The Hub will play an important part in DFID's larger strategic partnerships, particularly with the World Bank, exploring the impactful and equitable use of innovative technologies to benefit teaching and learning in developing countries. 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-b5fd17-836744ee-90f2-4611-9fbb-c126d2c48f8c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aa4bbc65-4f50-4f29-a555-799c11eeafc3
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive procedure with negotiation (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
£29,999,999 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Sep 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Sep 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 Mar 2019 - 20 Mar 2027 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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