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EOR/SBU/2018/012 - Exploring Flexible Working Practice in Schools

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

AwardUpdate

28 Mar 2019 at 12:23

AwardUpdate

25 Mar 2019 at 16:10

Award

28 Aug 2018 at 11:06

Tender

24 May 2018 at 07:20

Summary of the contracting process

The Department For Education is conducting a tender titled "Exploring Flexible Working Practice in Schools," which focuses on research and development consultancy services under the classification of CPV 73200000. The procurement method is open, and the tender period has ended as of 4th June 2018. The project aims to assess existing flexible working practices in schools and to assist several schools in implementing new roles. The contract period extends from 31st July 2018 to 31st December 2019, with an award value of £147,212.50. It is important to note that all interested suppliers were required to submit their expressions of interest by the specified closing date.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialised in research and development consultancy and is particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSE). Companies that can demonstrate expertise in educational consultancy, flexible working arrangements, and mixed-method research approaches will be well-positioned to compete for this contract. Engaging in this procurement could therefore lead to further business growth and potential long-term partnerships within the education sector.

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Notice Title

EOR/SBU/2018/012 - Exploring Flexible Working Practice in Schools

Notice Description

Expressions of interest are sought to conduct a mixed methods project which will explore flexible working practices in schools. The project will assess the extent of existing flexible working practices in schools, as well as the attitudes and perceptions on these practices from individual teachers and senior leaders. The project will also involve working with a small number of schools to help them implement flexible working roles, and exploring the process of doing so. Closing date for EOI is: 4th June 2018 at 4pm

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-faa50338-59f2-405f-ace6-ca269f12a806
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bab3babb-37d8-4ac4-b06f-781c50f8805d
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£147,212 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Mar 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Jun 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Jul 20187 years ago
Contract Period
12 Aug 2018 - 20 Dec 2019 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
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

COOPER-GIBSON

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