Planning

Large Scale Research for Post-16 English and maths Continuous Professional Development (CPD)

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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Planning

31 Mar 2022 at 10:50

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education (DfE) is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process for a project titled "Large Scale Research for Post-16 English and maths Continuous Professional Development (CPD)." This opportunity falls under the education and training services industry category and is located in London, England. A significant milestone in this process is the engagement end date set for 24 April 2022. This prior information notice (PIN) indicates that while no competitive process has commenced yet, DfE intends to invite bids for grant funding later in the summer from organisations aligned with its objectives.

This project presents substantial opportunities for businesses focused on educational research, especially those experienced in conducting large-scale studies and developing professional development strategies for educators. Companies that specialise in Randomised Control Trials and those with a proven track record in working with Further Education providers will find this tender particularly relevant. By participating in this process, eligible organisations can contribute to enhancing educational outcomes for post-16 learners and potentially secure funding to support their initiatives in the educational sector.

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Notice Title

Large Scale Research for Post-16 English and maths Continuous Professional Development (CPD)

Notice Description

Large Scale Research for Post-16 maths and English Continuous Professional Development (CPD) To note: This PIN does not signify the commencement of any competitive process and does not constitute any commitment by the Department for Education (DfE). If DfE decides to commence any competitive process(es) as contemplated by this notice, a separate notice(s) will be published at the relevant time. DfE has previously published its commitments to Further Education (FE) providers in the Skills for Jobs: Lifelong Learning for Opportunity and Growth White Paper. The paper identifies a need to ensure all FE providers are professionally managed, governed and have the best quality teachers and lecturers. In doing so, we will ensure that post-16 further education students have access to world-class technical and vocational education, providing the skills both individuals and employers need for the future economy. Purpose of this notice The purpose of this PIN is to inform the market that DfE is considering how to evaluate the delivery of activities that support teachers in Further Education providers who teach learners who are continuing to work towards Level 2 in English and maths. Achieving a level 2 qualification in both maths and English, through GCSE or Functional Skills Qualifications (FSQs), helps students to progress to further study, training and skilled employment. The maths and English Condition of Funding ('resit' policy) ensures that all 16 to 19-year-olds have the best chance of achieving this standard and get the necessary support to do so. DfE is committed to this policy and therefore, to supporting teachers of learners continuing to work towards their Level 2 in English and maths. It is important that teachers in Further Education providers have access to the best development which focuses on the skills needed to help resit learners achieve their potential. DfE want to understand the needs of FE providers and identify best practice to inform future policy delivery and aims to do this through research. Early in the summer DfE intends to invite bids for grant funding from organisations with policies, objectives and activities that are aligned to those of DfE, to better achieve the desired outcomes for FE providers in England. Organisations that are currently, or have an interest in, undertaking robust, large-scale research (including Randomised Control Trials) will be invited to bid to contribute to the evidence base of what works in improving outcomes for resit learners in the classroom and in developing continuous professional development interventions for teachers in Further Education providers. Further Information The main purpose of the market engagement event is to raise awareness of the relevant service elements and to provide high level background information to help the market develop an understanding of the service requirements. Additional information: This is a market engagement event only. All information regarding this pre-market engagement event can be found via the departments e-tendering portal. To participate in this opportunity and register your organisation's interest in attending the webinar, please register for an account and view the "current opportunities" page at Jaggaer https://education.app.jaggaer.com and search for: "Project_6798 Large Scale Research for Post-16 maths and English CPD". Once you have located Project_6798, please confirm your interest by selecting "Express Interest" to receive full access to the opportunity. All relevant documentation will be made available in the Data Room and this can be accessed via the "Buyer Attachments" section, under "ITT Details." Please note, you must answer the question within the "My Response" section and submit your response to ensure registration at the webinar. You can then use the messaging function to provide attendee details (a maximum of 3 attendees). Once your organisation has expressed interest, you will be invited to provide details of your attendee list for the webinar via the messaging function within Project_6798. A meeting invitation will then be issued. All organisations who have expressed an interest in this opportunity, including those who are unable to attend the webinar will have access to relevant information and any supporting notes which will be made available via the Data Room within Project_6798 Large Scale Research for Post-16 maths and English CPD at https://education.app.jaggaer.com.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8595f000-1ca2-4465-af05-e9f4cb5981a9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5419fcba-e2e4-4139-bdd9-eddc843dd79d
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
24 Apr 2022Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
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
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

Notice Documents

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