Tender

Progressing out of low pay

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

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26 Apr 2019 at 11:29

Tender Notice
Tender

08 Apr 2019 at 09:45

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education is seeking proposals for its tender titled "Progressing out of low pay", focused on researching effective adult education and training to assist individuals in advancing from low-paying jobs. The procurement falls under the social work and related services category, and is currently in the active tender stage. The deadline for submitting proposals is 3rd May 2019, and the total contract value is set between £50,000 and £100,000, with the contract period commencing on 3rd June 2019 and extending until 31st March 2020. This is an open procurement process, allowing wide participation.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in adult education, training services, and social work. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to compete, given the emphasis on inclusive solutions for individuals struggling with low pay. Proposals that demonstrate innovative approaches to education and insights into policy incentives will likely be well-received, supporting growth and influence in the education sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Progressing out of low pay

Notice Description

The Social Mobility Commission is inviting proposals for research to understand what forms of adult education and training best meet adults' needs, and how policy can incentivise those stuck in low pay to progress in work. See Attachments for full description.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5d2e492a-7eec-4888-9b7f-044b252e8f79
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85300000 - Social work and related services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Apr 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 May 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Jun 2019 - 31 Mar 2020 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
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

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