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Python Developer

OFFICE FOR STANDARDS IN EDUCATION, CHILDRENS SERVICES AND SKILLS

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22 Oct 2025 at 09:40

Award

22 Oct 2024 at 13:23

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the Office for Standards in Education, Children's Services and Skills (Ofsted) pertains to the hiring of Python Developers, classified under the Information Technology Services category. The procurement method is selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £245,652.90, is set in South West United Kingdom. It commenced on 4 November 2024 and will continue until 31 March 2026. The process was previously in the award update stage as of 15 December 2025, indicating a complete status. Notably, the contracting opportunity was suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses in the IT services sector, particularly those with expertise in Python development. SMEs positioned in the South West or with capacity to deliver services in this region may find strategic growth by engaging with public sector contracts such as this. The call-off from a framework agreement facilitates entry for companies capable of meeting selective criteria, potentially expanding their portfolio and fostering public sector relationships. Large scale businesses like Adecco UK Limited, which was awarded the contract, demonstrate the competitive landscape for skilled tech personnel supply, highlighting the prospects for well-prepared organisations to thrive in similar procurement processes.

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Notice Title

Python Developer

Notice Description

CON 1483 - Python Developer [04/11/2024 - 31/12/2025]

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b743bc50-4d31-4eb1-958e-f4cb390583a9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bd7055ea-1bb3-4a2d-8c86-3ce7828503c5
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

72222300 - Information technology services

79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£245,652 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£245,652 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
4 Nov 2024 - 31 Mar 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OFFICE FOR STANDARDS IN EDUCATION, CHILDRENS SERVICES AND SKILLS
Additional Buyers

OFSTED

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 2WD
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ADECCO

Further Information

Notice Documents

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