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National Network of Special Schools (con_5759)

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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18 Jan 2021 at 14:21

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education has awarded a contract titled "National Network of Special Schools" for a total value of £20,000. This project falls under the education and training services category and targets the creation of a professional network for School Business Professionals in the special schools sector. The contract period commenced on 6 July 2020 and will conclude on 5 July 2021. The procurement method employed was an open procedure, and the tender was completed on 29 June 2020.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in education services, consultancy, and network facilitation, particularly those identified as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Companies that specialise in creating professional development networks or providing support and resources to educational institutions will find this project aligns well with their offerings. Engaging in this contract allows such businesses to expand their market reach and strengthen their reputation within the educational sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

National Network of Special Schools (con_5759)

Notice Description

The Department for Education launched the Schools' Buying Strategy in 2017. One of the aims of the strategy was to provide all School Business Professionals with networking opportunities, for peer to peer support, to ask questions and share knowledge through both online and face-to-face. Networks offer additional benefits, for example CPD opportunities, learning from peers and sharing best practice. Networks are helpful in many professional areas, but in the area of procurement, they are crucial for helping buyers to compare prices and suppliers and share tips and best practice. We want to support and create networks where they do not currently exist. Aim: To create a bespoke professional network for SBPs in the special schools sector, the Special Schools Network

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-89d5d3d1-f441-4a51-a447-a53764f4860a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e0b2354d-93b3-45af-bd71-1bd67ee5cb0c
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jan 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Jun 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Jul 20205 years ago
Contract Period
5 Jul 2020 - 5 Jul 2021 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
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
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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SCHOOLS NORTH EAST

Further Information

Notice Documents

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