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Education advisers

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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18 Nov 2016 at 20:17

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education is seeking to appoint up to seven Education Advisers to provide expert analysis and recommendations regarding vocational qualifications for performance tables, as well as to assess Apprenticeship Trailblazer assessment plans. This tender, titled "Education advisers," classified under the education and training services industry, is part of an open procurement process. The tender period ended on 10th June 2015, while the contract is set to commence on 22nd June 2015 and conclude on 31st March 2016, with a total contract value of £48,000. Interested suppliers should have completed their registration on the relevant procurement system by the specified deadlines to respond to the request for quotes.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the education consultancy sector, particularly those with expertise in vocational qualifications and recent experience in technical reviews. Companies that provide services related to educational policy analysis, quality evaluation of qualification content, or support for apprenticeship programmes would find this tender particularly aligned with their capabilities. With the requirement for strong knowledge of current education policies and the ability to produce comprehensive reports, organisations equipped with experienced professionals in these fields will be well-positioned to compete for this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Education advisers

Notice Description

Education advisers will be required to analyse qualification submissions and provide DfE with advice as to whether a vocational qualification demonstrates the required characteristics for inclusion in performance tables, in particular advising on the appropriateness and quality of content, as well as overlap with other qualifications. Advisers must have experience of reviewing qualifications and be able to assess against the characteristics detailed in DfE's Technical Guidance. Education advisers may also be required to analyse Apprenticeship Trailblazer assessment plans and advise BIS/DfE whether they will give employers confidence that those completing an apprenticeship will be fully job ready. We are looking for up to 7 Education Advisers for a maximum of 100 days who should: * Demonstrate strong knowledge of current 14-19 education policy as well as government priorities for reforming vocational education, and give evidence of how they have applied that knowledge. * Have strong and recent experience of completing technical reviews of qualifications, including analysis of structure, content and assessment methods. * Produce concise, accurate and timely reports, including evidence for the conclusions reached. * Work remotely with attendance at meetings in London as required. Additional information: How to apply: For those not currently registered on the National College new procurement system, REDIMO2 and the Operational Associates Framework, it is advised that registrations be submitted with all requirements met before 28/05/2015 to prevent any delay in accessing the tender documentation. Details on how to register can be found on the National College for Teaching & Leadership website. Please pay particular attention to the guidance document which will guide you through your registration and application for membership: REDIMO and OA registration process Only those approved onto the appropriate framework by the deadline will be invited to respond to the request for quote.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ccfb3630-9ef7-4016-a89d-d3b655ab40da
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
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£48,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20169 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jun 2015Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Jun 201510 years ago
Contract Period
21 Jun 2015 - 31 Mar 2016 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
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LEARNER FIRST

Further Information

Notice Documents

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