Tender

Invitation to Tender for Technical Advisory Group Framework

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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14 Dec 2021 at 16:46

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education is currently conducting a tender process for the "Invitation to Tender for Technical Advisory Group Framework," which aims to establish a pool of independent technical experts in the education sector, particularly in psychometric practices. This open procurement method is being carried out below the threshold, with the application window closing on 17 January 2022. The contract period is set to commence on 1 March 2022 and will extend until 28 February 2024, with a total value of £84,000. Interested parties can send queries to TendersTD.STA@education.gov.uk for further information.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in education and training services, particularly those with expertise in psychometric principles and large-scale assessments. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) would be well-suited to compete for this contract as they can bring innovative insights and specialised knowledge to the table. Firms that can demonstrate a strong understanding of item response theory and performance assessment methodologies will find this procurement particularly relevant.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Invitation to Tender for Technical Advisory Group Framework

Notice Description

The Standards and Testing Agency are looking to procure a pool of independent technical experts to provide expertise and considered advice to STA, to ensure rigorous scrutiny of the technical aspects of the Assessment Research and Development division's processes and procedures. The individuals must have strong knowledge, expertise and working experience within the field of psychometric practices within the field of education. The experts will be required to provide technical feedback on a number of operational queries and research proposals throughout the test development cycle. Areas will include, but not limited to, expertise in item response theory in an operational context, large-scale assessment with an emphasis on the analysis of matrix sampling methodology, performance assessment and conducting validity studies in an operational context. A detailed statement of requirement can be found in the included Invitation to Tender document. Additional information: Please email TendersTD.STA@education.gov.uk if you would like more information or have any queries about this procurement. How to apply Please follow the instructions provided in the tender documentation (see the attachment). If you have any issues downloading the ITT document, please email TendersTD.STA@education.gov.uk.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-913574c6-81c7-4698-bbee-8b586d1eac31
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/33d21404-0f1b-4822-88d7-9a532d400b19
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
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
£84,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Dec 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2022 - 28 Feb 2024 1-2 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 EDUCATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COVENTRY
Postcode
CV1 2WT
Post Town
Coventry
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG33 Coventry
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Coventry
Electoral Ward
St Michael's
Westminster Constituency
Coventry South

Further Information

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