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STA-0176 - Modified Tests Framework for the Standards and Testing Agency

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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28 Mar 2019 at 12:16

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21 Feb 2019 at 13:02

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10 Oct 2018 at 14:04

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08 Oct 2018 at 14:24

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27 Sep 2018 at 08:13

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27 Jul 2018 at 10:53

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Summary of the contracting process

The Standards and Testing Agency (STA), a part of the Department for Education (DfE), has initiated a public procurement process for the "Modified Tests Framework." This framework is intended for the development and delivery of modified Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 National Curriculum Tests for children with visual and hearing impairments. The procurement method is open, and the contract value is £5,000,000, covering a period from 31 January 2019 to 1 February 2023. The tender period concluded on 15 October 2018, and the location for delivery encompasses various regions, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, and the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), particularly those specialising in educational services and disability support. Companies involved in educational materials, specialised testing services, or inclusive educational resources would be particularly well-suited to compete. The long-term nature of the contract allows businesses to plan and invest in sustainable operations that align with the needs of the STA and its commitment to enhancing educational access for all children.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

STA-0176 - Modified Tests Framework for the Standards and Testing Agency

Notice Description

The Standards and Testing Agency (STA), an Executive Agency of the Department for Education (DfE) is looking to procure suppliers for its new Modified Tests Framework - a framework for the development and delivery of modified versions of Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 National Curriculum Tests for children with visual and hearing impairments. The new framework will be for four years from 31 January 2019 to 1 February 2023. Additional information: Queries about the contract should be emailed to TendersTD.STA@education.gov.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b846551c-beca-4e1d-96d5-840a5f0a875a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/799af028-d40f-4dc3-9be2-8adfd7dab370
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Mar 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Oct 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Nov 20187 years ago
Contract Period
31 Jan 2019 - 1 Feb 2023 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
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 3BH
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
Sherbourne
Westminster Constituency
Coventry North West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
3
Supplier Names

GWASG PIA CYFYNGEDIG

RNIB ENTERPRISES

V I RESOURCING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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