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T Levels Transition Programme Phased Implementation Research

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

01 Nov 2019 at 15:24

TenderAmendment

08 Aug 2019 at 09:55

Tender

31 Jul 2019 at 15:03

Summary of the contracting process

The Department For Education is conducting the T Levels Transition Programme Phased Implementation Research, which is currently at the award stage after a complete procurement process. This opportunity aims to gather insights on the rollout phases of the T Level Transition Programme, with a focus on provider preparations and support. The deadline for expressions of interest was 17:00 on 12th August 2019, and the contract period runs from 1st October 2019 to 31st October 2022. The procurement process was carried out using an open procedure, with a total contract value of £60,000.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for businesses, particularly those involved in research and consultancy services, to engage with educational transitions and support frameworks. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) may find this contract particularly accessible, as expressions of interest were encouraged from varied providers. Companies that specialise in educational research, consultancy, and the development of educational support services would be well-suited to compete for this project.

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Notice Title

T Levels Transition Programme Phased Implementation Research

Notice Description

***Updated Expression of interest 08/08/19 *** Information added in the form of a Question & Answer EOIs are being sought for research into the T Level Transition Programme to inform future roll out. The research will focus specifically on providers views of the preparation and implementation phases of phased implementation, including the provider support package, early adopter development fund and level of support providers received. Alongside this the research will also explore the views of learners and those implementing the programme. THE DEADLINE FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST IS 17.00 ON MONDAY 12th AUGUST 2019 Please note that the budgetary range is only an indication of the value for the first phase of implementation. Clarification Question & response; (For information) Q) On page 3 the document refers to the 'three main approaches'. Are these the three phases of advisory panels; preparation year; and implementation year - or is the three approaches something different? A) The three main approaches refer to the way the transition offer is being delivered by providers. Q) Are the advisory panels mentioned on page 2 the employer advisory panels? A) The advisory panels are in a similar format but are separate to the employer advisory panels. The employer panels helped to develop the T Level content. The T Level Transition Programme advisory panels have contributed to thinking on the content of the T Level Transition Programme guiding framework. The panel was made up of volunteer Providers who will deliver the first T Levels from 2020 Additional information: Expressions of interest submitted must be no more than 1,000 words. Please note the inclusion of two review clauses in the contract where the Department will decide whether to take the project forward after each. More information is provided in the EOI Advert attachment.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c5bf6e2a-725d-4f5e-9d5d-51dcba89d35a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e31fef3-3913-4932-8693-62ec51b641d6
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Nov 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Aug 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Oct 20196 years ago
Contract Period
17 Oct 2019 - 29 Oct 2021 2-3 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
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
Eve Schofield
Contact Email
eve.schofield@education.gov.uk
Contact Phone
07384245325

Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S1 2FJ
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NATIONAL FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH

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