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MATHEMATICAL FUTURES PROGRAMME. MATHEMATICS EDUCATION POLICY IN THE FUTURE: LANDSCAPING MATHEMATICS EDUCATION POLICY (LOT 1 & LOT 2)

ROYAL SOCIETY

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Summary of the contracting process

The Royal Society is currently accepting tenders for the 'Mathematical Futures Programme: Mathematics Education Policy in the Future - Landscaping Mathematics Education Policy (Lot 1 & Lot 2)', aimed at enhancing the understanding of mathematics education policy in England. The tender categorises under the 'Project management consultancy services' industry and is located in London, with a tender deadline set for 23 April 2021. This procurement process follows an open procedure and is below the threshold, with contract services expected to commence on 7 May 2021 and concluding by 30 November 2021.

This tender offers significant opportunities for consultancy firms specializing in research and educational policy analysis, particularly those with expertise in mathematics education. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, as the project aims to gather insights through systematic evidence synthesis and expert consultations. Successful bidders will engage in impactful work that informs educational policy, providing a unique avenue to enhance visibility and credibility in the public sector.

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Notice Title

MATHEMATICAL FUTURES PROGRAMME. MATHEMATICS EDUCATION POLICY IN THE FUTURE: LANDSCAPING MATHEMATICS EDUCATION POLICY (LOT 1 & LOT 2)

Notice Description

The Royal Society seeks to engage a Supplier/s to provide research which shall detail evidence to inform its Mathematical Futures Programme. The Services are described in detail in the specification and broadly comprise the following two work packages: Work package 1 1. Evidence syntheses of the following: a) Chronological mapping of mathematics education policy interventions in England. b) Trend impact analysis and interpretation of policy, trajectories and system changes relating to mathematics education to extrapolate from historical policy trajectories to inform the future. 2. Expert views based on virtual interviews and workshops. 3. Drawing of implications for and from mathematics education policy and practice. Work package 2 1. Horizon scanning of key international mathematics education practices and developments and to identify potentially important future developments. 2. Expert views based on survey, virtual interviews, and workshops. 3. Drawing of implications for and from mathematics education policy and practice. This Service is part 3 of 3 projects: Mathematics education in the future: Landscaping mathematics education policy a) This project is an evidence synthesis which aims to bring together information from a range of sources to provide an accurate, concise synthesis of national education policy patterns and approaches to enacting change and impact in education over the past few decades (e.g. since the emergence of GCSEs in England). b) The project uses horizon scanning techniques and aims to identify key mega-trends in mathematics education policy in international jurisdictions and to consider the opportunities and threats to achieving the vision based on understanding of educational change. c) The project aims to inform scenario planning in Project 2 (ITT 537-2) which is also out for tender on contracts finder. d) The project aims to draw implications for future policy planning and realising the MFP ambitions. More details including the technical specification, registration form, terms, and pricing schedule are provided in attachments to this Notice. We look forward to hearing from Suppliers. Additional information: Suppliers are encouraged to register their interest for this tender as soon as possible so any clarification notices can be provided by completing Attachment 2 - Tender Registration Form. The Society has ITT 537-2 MFP Mathematics in the Future (LOT 1 & 2) out for tender here on Contracts Finder. We encourage Supplier to bid for both tenders if suitable.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf5baa39-9570-439d-a2b0-5760bacc85b7
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

72224000 - Project management consultancy services

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Apr 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Apr 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
6 May 2021 - 30 Nov 2021 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ROYAL SOCIETY
Contact Name
Rebecca Farquhar
Contact Email
procurement@royalsociety.org
Contact Phone
+44 20 7451 2653

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1Y 5AG
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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