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Reference group participation vouchers (con_27660)

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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10 Jul 2025 at 16:38

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education in the United Kingdom recently completed a procurement process titled "Reference group participation vouchers (con_27660)" under the award stage. The contract pertains to the industry category of "Other community, social and personal services" and the total value amounts to £60,000. The project spans multiple regions, including North East, North West, Yorkshire and the Humber, East Midlands, West Midlands, East of England, London, South East, and South West. The procurement method used was a selective call-off from a framework agreement, and the contract period extends from 29 May 2025 to 28 May 2028. Tender submissions concluded on 12 May 2025, with Reward Gateway (UK) Limited being awarded the contract on 19 May 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses focusing on community and social services, particularly those that are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The involvement in a government project with the Department for Education can offer substantial credibility and potential for business growth. Companies capable of supplying and managing community service vouchers across various UK regions could find this contract particularly beneficial. By engaging in such contracts, businesses can expand their service offerings and strengthen their portfolios with a reputable governmental collaboration.

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Notice Title

Reference group participation vouchers (con_27660)

Notice Description

Reference group participation vouchers

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c7d23541-6a99-41f0-ac46-2fad3a597ac4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c7c9123-2fec-4332-b83c-0effdfb1ed02
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

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

98000000 - Other community, social and personal 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
10 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
28 May 2025 - 28 May 2028 3-4 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
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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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

REWARD GATEWAY (UK

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