Tender

Supporting Education Recovery: In-class Curriculum Resources

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

TenderCancellation

12 May 2021 at 13:33

Tender Notice
TenderAmendment

04 May 2021 at 09:31

Tender Notice
Tender

01 Apr 2021 at 11:20

Tender Notice
Planning

09 Feb 2021 at 10:25

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Supporting Education Recovery: In-class Curriculum Resources" is being conducted by the Department for Education based in London, England. This open procedure, targeted at the education and training services industry, aims to secure a supplier or consortium to design and deliver a range of curriculum resources available for use by schools and teachers. The key tender period ends on 12 May 2021, and the resources are expected to be accessible from 6 September 2021 through to the end of the academic year on 31 August 2022. During the contract term, there may also be opportunities to expand the resource offerings in additional subject areas.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses with expertise in educational services, especially those able to deliver high-quality and innovative curriculum resources across various subjects, including mathematics, English, and science. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary and community sector enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as the contracting authority is keen on engaging with suppliers who can contribute to enhancing educational outcomes in a post-COVID environment. The focus on quality and accessibility aligns with current educational reforms and the broad need for effective curriculum design and implementation within schools.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supporting Education Recovery: In-class Curriculum Resources

Notice Description

The Department for Education are seeking a supplier or consortium of suppliers, to deliver a range of in-class curriculum resources which shall be freely available, accessible on demand and non-mandatory for schools to use, via the Contractor's hosting platform. The in-class curriculum resources are to be available for use by schools and teachers by 06 September 2021 and 03 January 2022. The initial contract term shall cover a short implementation period from contract award and the entirety of Academic Year 2021/22. The Department expects that it may, during the initial contract term and/or a potential extension (if taken), have a requirement for further In-class Curriculum Resources in additional subject areas and key stages, which shall be reviewed Additional information: Effective curriculum design is a complex undertaking, requiring specialist expertise. Ofsted have often reported on the quality of curriculum planning in schools, concluding that a more thoughtful approach to curriculum is often needed. The Department's teacher development reforms reflect this challenge, with our new ITT Core Content Framework, Early Career Framework and National Professional Qualifications, ensuring that teachers and school leaders gain the necessary curriculum planning expertise throughout and at the right stage of their career. As a result of COVID-19, the wider education landscape has changed and learning loss is prevalent and extensive. The need for high-quality curriculum resources has increased and there is also a need to support teachers with effective curriculum planning to help drive positive pupil outcomes and further education recovery. The supplier will be expected to design, develop and deliver high-quality curriculum resources across a range of subject areas and key stages, using their curriculum and pedagogical expertise to support teachers with high-quality planning, a reduction in workload and effective implementation of the National Curriculum. The Department is seeking in-class curriculum resources in mathematics, English and science, Key Stages 1, 2, and 3 as a minimum. The Department expects that it may, during the initial contract term and/or a 12-month potential extension (if taken), have a requirement for further in-class curriculum resources in additional subject areas and key stages, which shall be reviewed. In-class curriculum resources shall include: - Key Stage, year and unit level overviews for each subject area. - Sequenced units and lessons, including a narrative and rationale for the sequencing. - Lesson slides, including appropriate content, formative assessment, independent tasks, stretching text, questioning and specialist vocabulary. - Accompanying workbooks and worksheets (or equivalent) for pupils, including stretching text. - Accompanying guidance for teachers on how to use the resources effectively (see section 4.10). - Accompanying optional homework, to consolidate prior knowledge and support appropriate pre-learning gaps, rather than introduce new content. The Department is also seeking the supplier to provide and maintain a suitable, digital platform on which all in-class curriculum resources shall be hosted and be made freely accessible to teachers in England, at all times during the contract. The supplier will be responsible for collaborating with the Department's policy teams, appropriately drawing on sector expertise, as well as conducting user testing and collecting user feedback to inform development and ongoing delivery.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a312de3c-2fa1-4cb5-beb3-3198a7c90461
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52b5700f-764a-4d9e-a040-27e8a3ca54a8
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above 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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 May 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 May 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
28 Feb 2021Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
6 Jul 2021 - 31 Aug 2022 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
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
SANCTUARY BUILDINGS, 20, GREAT SMITH STREET, 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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