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Research with Graduates of Low Returns subjects

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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06 Sep 2019 at 09:58

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20 Dec 2018 at 15:46

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Research with Graduates of Low Returns subjects" was initiated by the Department for Education, located in London, England. It falls under the research and development services category, with an open procurement method, and is currently at the award stage. The tender period ended on 19th September 2018, while the contract period is set from 4th December 2018 to 31st December 2019. The awarded contract has a value of £59,254.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for organisations specialising in research and development, particularly those focusing on educational outcomes and labour market analysis. Businesses that engage in qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, especially voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), would be well-suited to compete in this procurement. By exploring the experiences of graduates from low-return subjects, successful bidders can contribute to valuable insights for policymakers and educational institutions, thereby fostering business growth in the education sector.

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Notice Title

Research with Graduates of Low Returns subjects

Notice Description

There are 6 broad questions for the research to cover: 1. What types of jobs do graduates of low-return subjects go into? 2. Beyond the salary they currently earn, or can expect to earn, in their current career what other measures of career success exist for graduates? 3. To what extent does the prospect of having a low salary job 'matter' to graduates of low-return subjects? 4. How did graduates of low-return return subjects make the choice about which subject to study? 5. How satisfied are graduates of low-return subjects with their careers? What are their general levels of wellbeing? 6. What lessons can we draw about the wider value that graduates of low-return subjects bring to the economy and society? Comparisons to be made between graduates from low-return subjects and other subjects, and between graduates and non-graduates employed in low-return subjects industries/roles where possible. Research activities to include: * Literature review. * Secondary analysis of relevant surveys - Futuretrack, Labour Force Survey, Destination of Leavers of Higher Education (Longitudinal) and others as proposed by contractor. * Qualitative research with graduates from low-return subjects.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8d85e91e-7c01-4c4c-bb31-194a7844ea86
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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
VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£59,254 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Sep 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Sep 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Oct 20187 years ago
Contract Period
4 Dec 2018 - 31 Dec 2019 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
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
Janette Davis
Contact Email
janette.davis@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

UNIVERSITY OF WARWICK

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