Award

A review of the impact of Assistive Technologies in schools and colleges for students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

18 Mar 2021 at 16:16

TenderAmendment

16 Oct 2019 at 15:06

Tender

16 Oct 2019 at 14:57

Planning

16 Oct 2019 at 13:03

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the project titled "A review of the impact of Assistive Technologies in schools and colleges for students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)" is being conducted by the Department For Education, located in London, England. This tender, classified under research and development services, adopts an open procurement method, and concluded the tender period on 30th October 2019. The awarded contract, with a value of £23,375, commenced on 6th February 2020 and is set to end on 30th April 2020. The aim of this review is to assess the impact of assistive technology on students with SEND, which is aligned with the objectives of the EdTech Strategy.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in education technology, research consultancy, and those focusing on special educational needs. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as they may offer innovative solutions relevant to the objectives of the review. Companies with expertise in literature reviews, educational practices, and assistive technologies will be particularly well-suited to engage in this process, potentially expanding their influence in the education sector.

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Notice Title

A review of the impact of Assistive Technologies in schools and colleges for students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)

Notice Description

Expressions of Interest are sought to conduct a Rapid literature review of the available evidence on the use and impact of Assistive Technology (AT) in schools and colleges for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The results of this review will help inform policy development and delivery of initiatives announced in the EdTech Strategy, Realising the potential for technology in education. Please note: Deadline for Expressions of Interest is 23.59 on 30th October 2019 Additional information: Please submit your completed EOI reply form to: edtech.team@education.gov.uk and/or helen.connolly@education.gov.uk **16/10/19 - Note: corrected listing as current 'opportunity' (originally listed as 'Future opportunity' in error).**

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e2c7114f-472c-4860-9fc2-9b4f415d4535
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£23,375 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Oct 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
31 Oct 2019Expired
Award Date
30 Jan 20206 years ago
Contract Period
6 Feb 2020 - 30 Apr 2020 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
Helen Connolly
Contact Email
edtech.team@education.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

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