Award

Research to understand schools' recovery approaches from lost time in education as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

This public procurement record has 6 releases in its history.

Award

25 Feb 2021 at 18:11

TenderAmendment

01 Oct 2020 at 09:27

TenderAmendment

30 Sep 2020 at 13:23

TenderAmendment

30 Sep 2020 at 09:51

TenderAmendment

29 Sep 2020 at 14:55

Tender

22 Sep 2020 at 08:57

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education is seeking expressions of interest for a project titled "Research to understand schools' recovery approaches from lost time in education as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic." This research aims to gather insights into various school recovery strategies and inform future support decisions. The procurement falls under the research and development services industry category, with a budget of £200,000 and a minimum contract value of £180,000. This tender is currently in the award stage, with the deadline for submissions set for 11:59 PM on Monday, 5th October. The contract is expected to commence on 16th November 2020 and last until 28th February 2022. The procurement method is an open procedure, applicable to contracts below the financial threshold.

This tender offers a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in educational research and consultancy services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Companies that excel in qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, particularly in the education sector, would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this project could enhance a business's portfolio and deepen its involvement in educational reform and recovery efforts, especially in the post-pandemic context.

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Notice Title

Research to understand schools' recovery approaches from lost time in education as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic

Notice Description

Expressions of interest are sought to undertake the design and delivery of research to understand schools' approaches to pupils' recovery from lost time in education as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic. The Department will use this research to better understand the good practise to, and challenges to, recovery - as well as informing decisions on the support schools need. Please note that the deadline for expressions of interest is 11:59 ON MONDAY 5th OCTOBER Update 29/09/2020 - Q&A document added Update 30/09/2020 and 01/10/2020 - Q&A document updated Additional information: Expressions of interest submitted must be no longer than 1000 words

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4cbfb331-cd0d-4a68-ad68-595d2845bdcf
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£195,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Feb 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Oct 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Dec 20205 years ago
Contract Period
10 Dec 2020 - 20 Dec 2021 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

IPSOS MORI

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