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Item Bank 2018-2020

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education is seeking to engage suppliers for the "Item Bank 2018-2020" project, aimed at developing a web-based database to enhance the National Curriculum Assessments. This project falls under the category of IT services and has a contract duration from 24 April 2018 to 24 April 2020. The procurement process was selective, utilizing a call-off from a framework agreement, and the tender period concluded on 18 October 2017. The total awarded value for this contract is £105,600, with the award granted on 12 December 2017, and notice published on 1 February 2019.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those with capabilities in software development and internet support. Companies that are small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find it advantageous to participate, given the potential for collaboration and innovation within the project. Furthermore, businesses with experience in educational technologies and data management could be especially well-suited to contribute to the development of this item bank, thereby enhancing their portfolio and market reach in the education sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Item Bank 2018-2020

Notice Description

Item bank database to support delivery of the National Curriculum Assessments and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the test development process. The Item Bank is a web-based database designed to provide secure storage and version control of all questions, items and supporting materials produced during the test development process. The Item Bank records data and evidence gathered from external expert reviews and trials in schools over a three year process to ensure that the questions are fit for purpose and to inform construction of the live tests.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d09077e5-fb6c-4d76-8bdb-ba8213672673
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1415700-b70d-4a28-8e0d-c1196b28c5fc
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£105,600 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Feb 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Oct 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Dec 20178 years ago
Contract Period
22 Apr 2018 - 23 Apr 2020 2-3 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
Asif Siddiquee
Contact Email
chris.davies@education.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
COVENTRY
Postcode
CV1 2WT
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
St Michael's
Westminster Constituency
Coventry South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TEXUNA TECHNOLOGIES

Further Information

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