Tender

Schools experiences of hosting trainees and employing newly qualified teachers (NQTs)

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

TenderAmendment

13 Mar 2018 at 09:40

TenderAmendment

13 Mar 2018 at 09:31

Tender

09 Mar 2018 at 14:39

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education is seeking expressions of interest for a research project titled "Schools experiences of hosting trainees and employing newly qualified teachers (NQTs)." This project focuses on understanding the insights and challenges faced by schools offering trainee placements to individuals completing initial teacher training. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with submissions due by 4 PM on 22nd March 2018. The research is classified under the CPV code 73200000, denoting research and development consultancy services, and the contract is expected to commence on 1st May 2018, concluding on 29th March 2019. The procurement method is an open procedure, which remains below the official threshold.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in educational consultancy, research services, and training providers aiming to tap into the education sector. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are well-suited to participate, given the emphasis on qualitative research within the project scope. Companies that specialise in qualitative research methodologies, educational policies, and training programme assessments will find this an advantageous avenue for growth and collaboration with educational institutions.

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Notice Title

Schools experiences of hosting trainees and employing newly qualified teachers (NQTs)

Notice Description

Expressions of interest are sought to conduct qualitative research into the experiences of schools offering trainee placements to students completing initial teacher training (ITT) and schools employing NQTs in order to understand the benefits and challenges this creates. Full details are provided in the attached expression of interest. Expressions of interests submitted must be no more than 1,000 words excluding references - anything longer will be disregarded. Additional information: CLOSING DATE FOR EOI's IS 4PM ON 22ND MARCH 2018. WORD LIMIT 1,000 WORDS

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/442777ce-fe23-431f-b4f1-25c391b8a952
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Mar 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Mar 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2018 - 29 Mar 2019 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
Emily Turner
Contact Email
emily.turner@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

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