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Learn Squad Engineer - Google Classroom Add-on

OAK NATIONAL ACADEMY LIMITED

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27 Nov 2025 at 10:57

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process was carried out by Oak National Academy Limited, located in Manchester, UK, and involved a contract for the development of a Google Classroom add-on under their Dynamic Market for Digital Product Development and Support Services. The tender, titled "Learn Squad Engineer - Google Classroom Add-on," falls under the industry category of custom software development services. Moorfield Initiative Ltd was awarded the contract as of 27th November 2025, with the contract period running from 26th November 2025 to 31st March 2026. The procurement method used was selective, and the process adhered to the provisions of the UK’s Procurement Act 2023. This award focuses on hiring a single engineer to enhance Oak's digital educational platform, leveraging existing technology stacks like React, Next.js, and TypeScript.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in custom software development, particularly those experienced in educational technology solutions. Companies with competencies in front-end and back-end web development, especially those utilising technologies such as API development, accessibility features, and curriculum content integration, would find this tender relevant to their capabilities. For small to medium enterprises, especially those already engaged in government contracting frameworks like Dynamic Markets, this direct award highlights opportunities for enhancing continuity and leveraging specialised skills without needing further competitive procedures. This scenario underscores the potential strategic growth for businesses poised to support educational technology advancements.

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Notice Title

Learn Squad Engineer - Google Classroom Add-on

Notice Description

Oak National Academy has awarded a contract via direct award under Lot 1 of its Dynamic Market for Digital Product Development and Support Services. The award is for the provision of a single engineer to support the development of a Google Classroom integration within Oak's platform. The call-off is for front-end and back-end web development services within Oak's existing React / Next.js / TypeScript stack, including work on API robustness, accessibility, and improved access to curriculum content. The contract was awarded without further competition in accordance with the provisions of the Dynamic Market and Section 19 of the Procurement Act 2023. The supplier, Moorfield Initiative Ltd., is an admitted Lot 1 participant and proposed a named engineer with directly relevant and recent experience delivering production features for Oak on the same platform and stack. A direct award was determined to be the Most Advantageous Tender (MAT) outcome, given the continuity of knowledge, reduced delivery risk, and time-sensitive nature of the requirement. The value and scope of the contract are proportionate to the objective, and the award supports continuity and delivery of Oak's digital priorities.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e9f3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077584-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - by reference to dynamic market
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72230000 - Custom software development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£23,437 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Nov 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Nov 20252 months ago
Contract Period
26 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 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
OAK NATIONAL ACADEMY LIMITED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@thenational.academy
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M3 3AA
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Deansgate
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MOORFIELD INITIATIVE

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077584-2025
    27th November 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-8430
    This call-off relates to the provision of a single software engineer to support the in-flight development of a Google Classroom add-on within Oak's internal product squad. The award was made directly to Moorfield Initiative Ltd. as: The named engineer has proven, recent experience delivering production code within Oak's platform (React, Next.js, TypeScript, GraphQL). The supplier is an admitted Lot 1 provider under the Dynamic Market, having met all Conditions of Participation. Continuity of knowledge and minimal onboarding is essential to delivery timelines and quality. The award is time-sensitive and proportionate, and a further competition would delay mobilisation and risk poorer MAT outcomes. This approach is consistent with Section 19 and achieves the Most Advantageous Tender outcome for Oak when quality, risk, continuity, and value are considered together.

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