Planning

UK Inspection in the European Schools

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Planning

09 Jan 2018 at 12:57

Market Engagement Notice
Planning

19 Jan 2017 at 17:26

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education (DfE) in the UK is undertaking a procurement process titled "UK Inspection in the European Schools." The procurement is currently at the planning stage and involves the classification of education and training services. The initial contract is set to commence on 1 June 2017, extending for 27 months, with an estimated annual value of approximately £150,000. Interested parties should note that the engagement end date for this process is 20 February 2017, and the work will encompass visits to 13 European Schools across six countries.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in educational inspection and assessment services. Companies well-suited to compete for this contract include those with experience in quality assurance within educational contexts, particularly in international or multilingual environments. The ability to engage with diverse educational systems and possess an understanding of the European Baccalaureate framework will provide a competitive edge. Prospective bidders should be prepared to demonstrate capabilities in curriculum advisory roles and inspection services to align with the DfE’s requirements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UK Inspection in the European Schools

Notice Description

The UK is a member of the European Schools (ES) system and signatory to the associated 1957 ES Convention. The ESs provide a free, multi-lingual education for the children aged 4 to 18 of individuals employed by the EU institutions. Such children (known as Category 1) total around 21,000, although there are a further 5,000 who attend by paying fees. There are currently around 1,200 UK pupils in the ES system, 900 of whom have Category 1 status. From September 2017 there will be 13 European Schools in six countries. The Department for Education (DfE) has a requirement for the provision of two Inspectors to assess and maintain the quality of teaching within the ES system and the conduct and performance of UK seconded teachers within it. These Inspectors will also be required to represent UK interests by advising on the curriculum and all pedagogical matters; be responsible for the setting of the English component and quality of the European Baccalaureate examination and represent the DfE at key ES Board meetings. The DfE currently employs 108 teachers to work in the European School system. Inspectors will be required to carry out annual performance related pay assessments; visit the 13 European Schools to observe teaching for the purpose of renewal of contracts of employment; attend meetings of the Boards of Inspectors and Joint Teaching Committee; attend curriculum working groups and meet with DfE teacher and parent representatives. In addition, the secondary inspector will attend various curriculum meetings and working groups and be responsible for the quality of the European Baccalaureate examination, the invigilation of the examinations, the fairness of the marking of the papers and the final marks awarded. The resulting contract will start on 1 June 2017 to allow for handover from the current supplier, in sufficient time for the commencement of work in line with the start of the academic year (1 September 2017). The initial term of contract will be 27 months. Additional information: The estimated value is approximately PS150,000 p.a. The procurement exercise for the provision of these services will be published electronically via Redimo 2, which is the DfE's preferred tool for contracting for most works, goods and services that are awarded following an electronic competitive tendering process. To prevent delays accessing this exercise and all related documentation, please self-register on this system in advance. Guidance on how to register is available on the .gov website at www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-education/about/procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e9b60384-b91e-49a3-b0d0-ee4de237a360
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a81f4661-6cce-4869-846e-35dda3136c3b
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

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
9 Jan 20188 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
20 Feb 2017Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
Tracy Walker
Contact Email
tracy.walker@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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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