Tender

Improving Communications and Engagement between Schools and Parents/Carers

SUFFOLK SOURCING

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21 Dec 2018 at 11:32

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02 May 2018 at 10:21

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02 May 2018 at 10:17

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Suffolk Sourcing, which is based in Ipswich, Suffolk, seeking to enhance communications between schools and parents/carers via a tender titled "Improving Communications and Engagement between Schools and Parents/Carers." The total contract value is up to £70,000, divided equally between potentially two different approaches, with a minimum bid value of £35,000. The tender is currently in the active stage and is being conducted under an open procurement method. Bids must be submitted by the deadline of 22nd December 2018, with the contract expected to commence on 23rd December 2018 and run until 21st May 2019. This procurement falls under the industry category of education and training services.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise organisations (VCSEs), to contribute innovative solutions for school-parent engagement. Companies experienced in communication strategies, educational services, or community outreach would be well-suited to compete for this contract. By participating, successful bidders may not only secure funding but also establish long-term partnerships with local educational institutions, thereby fostering potential growth and further contracting opportunities in the education sector.

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Notice Title

Improving Communications and Engagement between Schools and Parents/Carers

Notice Description

We are looking to commission a provider(s) to trial two different approaches for schools to improve communication with parents and carers. Additional information: Each bidder is invited to submit up to two bids (approaches). All bids will be evaluated using the same tender evaluation criteria and should respond to the same service specification. For clarity there is potential for two separate providers to be awarded this tender; or for one provider to be awarded both bids. The total contract value is up to PS70,000 with the award of two bids. Apportioned as PS35,000 per bid. Any bids of PS35,000 or over will not be considered. Further information about this tender opportunity can be found at www.suffolksourcing.uk Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-bafc66aa-e27d-48fd-8bf6-620e48ea918a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/250c826b-6c7a-46a7-a9bf-47500fec7485
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

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Dec 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Dec 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
23 Dec 2018 - 21 May 2019 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
SUFFOLK SOURCING
Contact Name
Ben Gough
Contact Email
ben.gough@suffolk.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1473 264827

Buyer Location

Locality
SUFFOLK
Postcode
IP1 2BX
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH62 Ipswich
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Ipswich
Electoral Ward
Gipping
Westminster Constituency
Ipswich

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