Tender

Research on the evolving role of local authorities in school systems that are increasingly academised

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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Tender

09 Feb 2021 at 15:08

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education in England is seeking proposals for a project titled "Research on the evolving role of local authorities in school systems that are increasingly academised." This procurement process, classified under research and development services, is currently in the active tender stage, with submissions due by 22nd February 2021. The total value of the contract is £60,000, and the project is expected to commence on 22nd March 2021, concluding on 30th September 2021. Interested bidders are invited to demonstrate their methodology and insights on local authority roles through qualitative interviews and surveys across multiple jurisdictions.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community social enterprises (VCSEs) specialising in educational research and consultancy services. Businesses well-suited for this competition should have expertise in qualitative research methodologies, stakeholder engagement, and data analysis, particularly within educational systems. Engaging in this project could enhance their portfolio and reputation in the public sector while contributing to insightful developments in local authority practices within education.

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Notice Title

Research on the evolving role of local authorities in school systems that are increasingly academised

Notice Description

Two different strands of this project which use different methodologies. Strand 1 - Qualitative interviews in 10 local authority areas. These will include a range of leaders from each local system through one-to-one interviews and small-group workshops. The interviews will provide a rounded view on the role of each local authority because the sample won't solely include LA staff (elected members, senior local authority officers and heads of service) but also school leaders (including MATs), governors, and diocese education officers. Strand 2 - Survey of local authorities A survey of local authorities (completed by the head of education or someone similar) to "test" or further validate the key findings from the qualitative work. This will allow us to understand how strongly the findings from the 10 LA areas studied in depth resonate with the rest of the country The deliverables will be a presentation of the findings and a full report suitable for external publication. Additional information: Your expression of interest should be no more than 1,000 words

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-eaca2863-6ec4-4049-ae26-52d1c857709e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6889d604-1ae6-47e2-8db7-1220056e54fb
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

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Feb 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Feb 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
22 Mar 2021 - 30 Sep 2021 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
Not specified
Contact Email
robert.cirin@education.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S1 2JF
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

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