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EYFS SPACE REQUIREMENTS CONSULTATION: ANALYSIS OF RESPONSES (con_27994)

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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17 Jul 2025 at 23:27

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the Department for Education, a central government public authority, involved the project titled "EYFS SPACE REQUIREMENTS CONSULTATION: ANALYSIS OF RESPONSES." Located in London, this contract falls within the services industry category, specifically concerning research and development services and related consultancy. Completion of this contract marked the final stage in the procurement process, with key dates including the consultation period from 12 May to 11 July 2025 and the contract's active period from 30 June to 30 September 2025. Conducted through a limited procurement method suitable for below-threshold competition, the process concluded with an award status marked as active on 18 July 2025.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specializing in research and development services. Companies that can provide expert consultancy in early years childcare settings and policy analysis are ideally positioned to benefit. The contract, awarded to ICF Consulting Services Ltd, a London-based SME, illustrates the potential for consultancy firms to leverage government contracts to expand their portfolio and expertise within the public sector. By engaging in these projects, businesses can align themselves with government objectives, enhancing their reputation and establishing a precedent for future collaborations.

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Notice Title

EYFS SPACE REQUIREMENTS CONSULTATION: ANALYSIS OF RESPONSES (con_27994)

Notice Description

External analysis of responses to the government's "Space requirements in early years childcare settings in England" consultation, which ran from 12 May to 11 July 2025.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0561c3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041142-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£20,832 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jun 20257 months ago
Contract Period
29 Jun 2025 - 30 Sep 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
policyassurance.commercialqueries@education.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

ICF CONSULTING SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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