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Specification for Key Stage 2 Teachers Assessment

OLDHAM COUNCIL

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20 Aug 2024 at 15:19

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Summary of the contracting process

Oldham Council is seeking competitive quotations for the provision of services related to the "Specification for Key Stage 2 Teachers Assessment." The procurement focuses on validating a sample of Key Stage 2 Teacher Assessment judgements in English writing within the education and training sector, specifically in England. The tender process is currently at the Tender stage and has a limited procurement method aimed at competitive quotations below the threshold. The key deadline for submitting quotations is 27th August 2024, with the contract period commencing on 27th October 2024 and concluding on 31st August 2025. The total value of the contract is estimated at £20,000 GBP.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) to engage with the public sector. Businesses specialising in educational services, particularly those with experience in assessment moderation and validation, would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The role requires a robust understanding of national standards for Key Stage 2 English writing assessments, making it ideal for organisations with a strong track record in educational consultancy and quality assurance. Successful bidders will benefit from both the financial contract value and the enhanced reputation and experience gained from collaborating with Oldham Council.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Specification for Key Stage 2 Teachers Assessment

Notice Description

LAs are required, on behalf of the Secretary of State for Education, to validate a sample of KS2 Teacher Assessment judgements in English writing. Every year, LAs must externally moderate a sample of at least 25 per cent of LA maintained schools, plus 25 per cent of academies and participating independent schools that opt to be included in the LA's external moderation provision. External moderation is statutory. It gives confidence that schools' TA judgements for KS2 English writing are accurate and consistent with national standards, as specified in the TA frameworks and the exemplification materials. All local authorities must have regard to guidance under Article 11 of the Education (National Curriculum) (Key Stage 2 Assessment Arrangements) (England) Order 2003 . This Order is made under the Secretary of State's powers as provided for by section 87 of the education Act 2002. Local context In 2019 Oldham's KS2 English Writing measure was 76.1% compared to 78.9% nationally. In Oldham in 2017 the moderation model was viewed as robust by the Standards and Testing Agency (STA). In view of this, Oldham Council expects the quality to be maintained.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f9b4c7d2-17a6-48fb-b570-c06d13b14cb6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/466493a3-a6a3-489f-baf1-98abf57589da
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
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
£20,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
26 Oct 2024 - 31 Aug 2025 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OLDHAM COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
OLDHAM
Postcode
OL1 1HD
Post Town
Oldham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD37 Greater Manchester North East
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Oldham
Electoral Ward
Coldhurst
Westminster Constituency
Oldham West, Chadderton and Royton

Further Information

Notice Documents

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