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IEA Progress in Reading Literacy Study (PIRLS) 2021, National Research Centre for England

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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Award

10 Mar 2021 at 15:55

Tender

16 Jan 2019 at 09:28

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by the Department For Education in England, aims to establish the National Research Centre for the International Association for the Evaluation of Educational Achievement's (IEA) Progress in Reading Literacy Study (PIRLS) 2021. This project falls under the category of research and development services, with an open procurement method. The tender period ended on 8 February 2019, and the resultant contract commenced on 1 April 2019, set to conclude on 31 March 2023. The total awarded value for this contract is approximately £1,107,441.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in educational research and consultancy services, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary and community sector enterprises (VCSEs). Companies with expertise in designing and administering educational assessments, data analysis, and dissemination of research findings would be well-suited to compete. Engaging in such contracts not only promotes growth but also contributes to shaping educational policies in England through evidence-based research.

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Notice Title

IEA Progress in Reading Literacy Study (PIRLS) 2021, National Research Centre for England

Notice Description

We invite expressions of interest to form the National Research Centre (NRC) to administer the International Association for the Evaluation of Educational Achievement (IEA) Progress In Reading Literacy Study (PIRLS) 2021 in England (only). England participates in international comparison studies to benchmark our education policy and performance against other countries, review our systems strengths and weaknesses in an international context, and monitor trends over time. This aligns with DfE's vision to offer world-class education, training and care for everyone, whatever their background. Further details are contained within the attached advert but, in brief, England's NRC will be expected to: * Work with IEA and its contractors to shape the study internationally to reflect England's policy priorities. * Design the national research project to meet PIRLS requirements in England. * Deliver the national research project in England. * Disseminate findings of the survey in ways that meet study requirements. DEADLINE FOR RESPONSES IS NOON ON THURSDAY 7th FEBRUARY 2019 Additional information: Expressions of interests submitted must be no more than 1000 words overall

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d357659b-5cce-4276-a533-a29458b8ec7c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c50078bf-56bd-427d-81bc-90e4dcf9d7df
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,107,441 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Feb 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Nov 20196 years ago
Contract Period
14 Nov 2019 - 29 Dec 2023 4-5 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
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

PEARSON EDUCATION

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