Planning

Digital Solution for Children Unable to Attend School CWC25092MW

WOLVERHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL

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Planning

02 Jun 2025 at 11:40

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Wolverhampton City Council is in the planning stage of a public procurement process titled "Digital Solution for Children Unable to Attend School" (ID: CWC25092MW). This initiative seeks to explore the potential for a digital solution that supports remote learning for pupils unable to attend classes in person, leveraging live stream technology. The procurement falls under the category of goods, specifically focusing on software packages and information systems related to education and communications. The preliminary market engagement exercise aims to gather input from suppliers, with responses due by 12 midday on 13th June 2025. This engagement is geared towards understanding available options that fulfil the statutory educational obligations under the UK Education Act of 1996 for children unable to attend school due to various reasons.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the software, educational technology, and communication sectors to grow and expand their market presence. Companies specialising in developing networking, internet solutions, and multimedia software that can provide innovative educational tools may find this tender particularly advantageous. The opportunity to engage in the forthcoming procurement exercises will not only enable suppliers to potentially secure a substantial contract with a public authority but also promote technological advancements in educational accessibility. Businesses equipped to deliver state-of-the-art digital solutions that facilitate remote learning experiences for pupils will be well-positioned to compete in this market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Digital Solution for Children Unable to Attend School CWC25092MW

Notice Description

Wolverhampton City Council are conducting a Preliminary Market Engagement Exercise to seek input from potential suppliers for a Digital Solution for Children Unable to Attend School. The Council has a statutory duty under the Education Act (1996), to arrange suitable education for children and young people who cannot attend school due to illness, exclusion or other reasons. To meet this obligation a range of options are put in place to provide schools with an alternative approach to ensure consistent learning and support for pupils to reintegrate back into the classroom. One such option is a digital (robot) solution that will provide access to education from within the classroom for pupils who cannot access educational settings, using live stream technology. The aim is to enable selected pupils to stay connected with their teachers and friends, allowing them to participate in regular lessons remotely. Additionally, it supports children who can attend school but face challenges in attending lessons regularly. The Council would like potential suppliers who can provide this type of solution to take part in our Preliminary Market Engagement so the Council can fully understand what options are available.

Planning Information

Wolverhampton City Council are conducting a Preliminary Market Engagement exercise to seek input from potential suppliers for a Digital Solution for Children Unable to Attend School. The Council has a statutory duty under the Education Act (1996), to arrange suitable education for children and young people who cannot attend school due to illness, exclusion or other reasons. To meet this obligation a range of options are put in place to provide schools with an alternative approach to ensure consistent learning and support for pupils to reintegrate back into the classroom. One such option is a digital (robot) solution that will provide access to education from within the classroom for pupils who cannot access educational settings, using live stream technology. The aim is to enable selected pupils to stay connected with their teachers and friends, allowing them to participate in regular lessons remotely. Additionally, it supports children who can attend school but face challenges in attending lessons regularly. The Council would like potential suppliers who can provide this type of solution to take part in our Preliminary Market Engagement so the Council can fully understand what options are available. If you would like to take part please complete our questionnaire which can be found at https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=372dee80-953f-f011-8136-005056b64545&p=cdcfff6b-8cbd-e611-8118-000c29c9ba21 The deadline for responding the 12 midday 13th June 2025.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052a94
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029127-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

48190000 - Educational software package

48200000 - Networking, Internet and intranet software package

48500000 - Communication and multimedia software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
12 Jun 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Sep 2025 - 31 Aug 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WOLVERHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Mr Barry Greenwood
Contact Email
barry.greenwood@wolverhampton.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WOLVERHAMPTON
Postcode
WV1 1RL
Post Town
Wolverhampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG39 Wolverhampton
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Wolverhampton
Electoral Ward
St Peters
Westminster Constituency
Wolverhampton West

Further Information

Notice Documents

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