Tender

Research into the Educational Psychologist workforce in England

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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22 Mar 2018 at 16:59

Tender

22 Mar 2018 at 14:30

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education is currently seeking proposals for the tender titled "Research into the Educational Psychologist workforce in England." This research aims to investigate reported shortages in the Local Authority educational psychologist workforce, with findings intended to guide potential reforms to the educational psychology training provider commissioning model. The procurement process is at the tender stage, with the deadline for Expressions of Interest (EOIs) set for 5 pm on Wednesday, 4th April 2018. The tender is classified under research and development services with a total contract value of £50,000. The contract period will commence on 18th May 2018 and run until 31st August 2018, and bidding is open to all suppliers under an open procurement methodology that is below threshold.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in research and consultancy services related to education and psychology. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement structure is designed to facilitate equitable access. Businesses with expertise in workforce analysis, educational psychology, or related research fields may find this opportunity particularly beneficial for expanding their market presence and contributing to meaningful educational reforms.

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Notice Title

Research into the Educational Psychologist workforce in England

Notice Description

A research project to examine reported shortages in the Local Authority educational psychologist workforce in England. The findings from this research will inform the Department for Education's consideration of potential future reforms to the educational psychology training provider commissioning model. Deadline for EOIs is 5pm, Wednesday 4th April 2018 Additional information: The deadline for EOIs is 5pm, Wednesday 4th April 2018. The word count limit for EOIs is 1,000 words.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-99535862-596f-4a1e-bbd0-1d7e98baa551
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7fe9658e-bcdf-4575-a424-ca7ed7b1b4c9
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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Mar 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Apr 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 May 2018 - 31 Aug 2018 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
Kelly Walker
Contact Email
kelly.walker@education.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG1 6HJ
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF14 Nottingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Nottingham
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Nottingham East

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