Tender

Flexible Working Ambassador Schools

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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12 Oct 2020 at 14:04

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12 Oct 2020 at 09:43

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education is seeking applications through a tender process for the project titled "Flexible Working Ambassador Schools." This initiative aims to improve flexible working opportunities in schools to aid in the recruitment and retention of teaching staff. The procurement is categorized under education and training services, with a total budget of £480,000. The tender period is set to close on 7th December 2020 at 5pm, and the contract is expected to start on 1st April 2021, extending until 30th December 2022. All applications must be submitted electronically via the Jaggaer e-tendering system.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in providing educational consultancy, human resources, or policy development services aimed at schools. Companies that can offer innovative solutions to flexible working challenges, alongside those with a proven track record in the education sector, would be well-suited to compete. By participating, successful applicants can contribute to enhancing teacher retention strategies and potentially establish a long-term partnership with the Department for Education.

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Notice Title

Flexible Working Ambassador Schools

Notice Description

This application process is to appoint the Flexible Working Ambassador Schools (FWAS). Flexible working policies can help to recruit, retain and motivate teachers and can play a central role in helping schools to deploy their staff effectively and efficiently. However, there are a number of practical challenges to address (e.g. managing staffing arrangements, timetabling and developing coherent whole-school policies and approaches). In the 2019 Recruitment and Retention strategy we committed to support headteachers to adapt to changing demands by helping to transform approaches to flexible working in schools. As part of that commitment we are introducing Flexible Working Ambassador Schools (FWAS). FWAS will support schools to offer more flexible working opportunities, which in turn can improve retention rates. Additional information: Application process 1. Register for the department's e-tendering system Jaggaer, which can be accessed via the Jaggaer online portal. Please note that responses can only be submitted in electronic form. A link can be found in the 'link' section of this notice. 3. Complete the application form and submit your application in Jaggaer by no later than 5pm on Monday 7th December . 4. We will assess your application against the criteria set out in the application guidance. 5. Applications from bidders that have submitted their application outside of the Jaggaer system, will not be assessed. Attachments: The following documents will be available to view in Jaggaer: - FWAS Specification and Guidance - FWAS Application Form - Annex 3 FWAS Cost Matrix - Annex 2 FWAS Risk Register - Annex 2 FWAS Project Plan Template Additional Information: The department reserves the right not to enter a formal procurement process and not to proceed with grant award. Accordingly, the department will not be liable for any bid cost, expenditure, work, or effort incurred by any school or other organisation based on this Prior Information Notice. This grant competition will be run via the department's e-tendering portal, Jaggaer. It is recommended that to avoid missing out, applicants access this system to register as soon as possible using the link provided. All information included in this notice is indicative and may be subject to change. Please note that the department is not bound to enter into any grant agreement. Funding for the FWAS may be subject to change at the department's absolute discretion. Eligibility: State funded schools in England are eligible to apply.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f912d5b6-a3de-4b94-829a-c2817e628d07
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5c5af25d-aa16-410f-9e59-9729ce091e81
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
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
£480,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Oct 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Dec 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2021 - 30 Dec 2022 1-2 years
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
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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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