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NATIONAL MATHS EDUCATION CENTRE

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

19 Dec 2017 at 10:09

Award Notice
Tender

18 Nov 2016 at 20:16

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The recent public procurement process titled "National Maths Education Centre" was initiated by the Department for Education and is classified under the education and training services industry category. The contract, valued at £6,100,000, is intended to improve mathematics education standards across primary and secondary schools in England. The procurement, which followed an open method, was in the award stage as of 19 December 2017, with the contract period starting on 1 November 2016 and running until 31 July 2019. Key dates include the tender application deadline which was on 12 September 2016. The associated supplier is Tribal Education Limited.

This procurement opportunity presents significant potential for businesses focused on educational services, particularly those with expertise in mathematics curriculum development, teacher training, and educational resources. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to engage in the bidding process. Companies that can provide innovative solutions and expert leadership in maths education are well-suited to compete for this contract, which aims to enhance the quality of maths instruction and boost educational outcomes across schools.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NATIONAL MATHS EDUCATION CENTRE

Notice Description

The government is committed to improving standards in mathematics to match those in the best education systems the world. Mathematics is central to improving productivity and increasing social mobility. Securing a good mastery of the subject is important to young people's opportunities for further study and training and for future employment. A new primary and secondary curriculum was introduced in September 2014, putting greater emphasis on secure grasp of the basics; revised GCSEs were introduced from September 2015; and new A levels are being introduced, with first teaching of A levels in mathematics and further mathematics taking place from September 2017. The national centre will form part of the overall drive to reinforce the importance of mathematics education, improve the teaching of mathematics and increase the mathematical attainment of young people. The contractor will enable all schools to implement new curricula and qualifications and improve the quality of mathematics teaching more generally through strong leadership and a range of informed expert advice, resources and support. See 'Attachments' for full description and additional information. Additional information: To obtain a copy of the full tender document, please email Maths.PROGRAMME@education.gsi.gov.uk Supplier event: Suppliers need to pre-register to attend the Supplier Engagement Event by emailing: Maths.PROGRAMME@education.gsi.gov.uk by 19 July 2016. Suppliers must send their attendees names (no more than two per organisation attending) and the organisation name. This information will be shared with all other attendees unless you expressly inform the Department that you do not wish so. Venue details will be emailed to all attendees. The supplier event will be used to help finalise requirements. It is intended that those who join the supplier event will be able to give their thoughts on the information provided above and on particular issues that we will raise on the day. Please contact us to register your interest in bidding even if you are unable to attend the supplier event.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e372ac07-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1a4cc69-b3a4-44e0-9449-a710cc0de461
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,100,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£6,100,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Dec 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Sep 2016Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Oct 20169 years ago
Contract Period
1 Nov 2016 - 31 Jul 2019 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

TRIBAL EDUCATION

Further Information

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