Planning

Provider of a set of online resources for Designated Safeguarding Leads

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Planning

07 Apr 2021 at 11:51

Market Engagement Notice
Planning

31 Mar 2021 at 08:51

Market Engagement Notice
Planning

22 Mar 2021 at 11:53

Market Engagement Notice
Planning

18 Mar 2021 at 16:38

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education is currently planning a procurement process for the provision of a set of online resources aimed at Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs). The tender, titled "Provider of a set of online resources for Designated Safeguarding Leads," falls under the categories of IT services and education and training services. Key engagement activities must conclude by 1 April 2021, with a contract anticipated to commence in late June 2021. This procurement process is in the planning stage, focusing on the development of an online toolkit to support the implementation of updated safeguarding measures.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in digital resource development, user research, and educational services. Companies with expertise in user-centred design, alongside those familiar with the education sector and children's services, would be well-positioned to compete. Participation in the early engagement sessions may benefit suppliers by improving their understanding of the Department's needs, assisting businesses in tailoring their proposals to enhance their chances of securing this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provider of a set of online resources for Designated Safeguarding Leads

Notice Description

The Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) has lead responsibility for safeguarding and child protection. They play a critical role in the lives of children who have or have needed a social worker both by safeguarding them and supporting their wider welfare. The Department has recently consulted on changes to the outline of the DSL role - as set out in Annex C of the proposed Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) statutory guidance. The proposed changes outline the DSL's role in promoting the educational outcomes of children who have or have needed a social worker and clarify the type of additional support such children may need. This includes improving the visibility of this group and supporting staff to improve their engagement with learning. These changes are grounded in the findings of the Children in Need Review. We are looking to procure a supplier to develop a set of online resources (an 'online toolkit') to support DSLs with implementing these changes. The toolkit will be hosted on existing DfE content pages on .GOV.UK. This proposal is subject to the outcome of the consultation which closed on 4 March. The Government response to the consultation will be published within the next few months and prior to any contract beginning. Aims of the toolkit: The aims of the toolkit are to: * Explain the reasoning for the proposed changes and connect them to DSLs' existing duties and understanding; * Provide content to aid in promoting the educational outcomes of children who have or have needed a social worker. Key deliverable stages (approximate): Late June Contract commences July User research and stakeholder engagement commences. August Analysis of existing resources and research and development into user-friendly and accessible resources. September Quality-assuring of additional good practice examples sought; drafting of resources. October User research and stakeholder engagement concludes; toolkit finalised and prepared for publication; toolkit published. Key criteria: * User research skills * User-centred design skills * Knowledge and understanding of schools and children's services * Digital skills * Service design skills In order to support the development and shaping of DfE's requirement, we will be holding supplier engagement sessions via Teams. This will take the format of 1-2-1 sessions with prospective suppliers in which we will work through a set of questions to gain further insight of the marketplace including opportunities and alternatives. To express your interest in this opportunity and sign up for our market engagement sessions that will be held on 25th March 2021, please contact Kathryn.farquhar@education.gov.uk by midday 23th March 2021. Additional information: The presentation will be made available after the session and interested providers that are unable to attend a market engagement session are asked to express their interest and complete a Market Engagement Questionnaire, available at the link below, no later than 1200 on 1 April 2021. Participation in this engagement exercise is not a mandatory requirement for participating in any potential future procurement. However, responses received will assist DfE assess the level of interest from the market, will be used to evidence a decision as to whether to undertake a competitive procurement and will be used to determine the most suitable route to market. CONFIRMATION OF YOUR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST AND A SUBMITTED MARKET ENGAGEMENT QUESTIONNAIRE IS THEREFORE IMPORTANT. This Early Engagement Notice is for information and engaging with the supply market only. It is not a binding statement of intent. The Authority reserves the right not to enter a formal procurement process and not award contract(s). The information contained in this notice, including information relating to the nature and scope of the authority's requirements, the service classification of this requirement from the list of CPV codes, is only indicative of the authority's current thinking and is neither exhaustive nor binding. The authority reserves the right at its absolute discretion to amend it at the time of issue of any further notices or at any other time.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f293cdae-cd02-43ac-af58-bc9798245e9f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b91ebfc3-de53-4e64-8d7e-bbe39d52eefa
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
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

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
7 Apr 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Apr 2021Expired
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
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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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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