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Post-16 Qualifications Reform - subject content writing services (con_30564)

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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07 Mar 2026 at 00:28

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by the Department for Education in London revolves around the "Post-16 Qualifications Reform - subject content writing services." This contract pertains to the services industry, with a focus on development consultancy services. The contract has reached the award stage, and it covers a period from 15 January 2026 to 31 July 2026, with a signed agreement date of 12 January 2026. The procurement method used was limited competition, falling below the threshold for standard procedures. The contract, valued at £36,000 net (£43,200 gross), aims to support educational reforms for post-16 level 3 and below pathways.

This tender presents promising opportunities for businesses within the education sector, particularly those specialising in consultancy services for curriculum development. Companies like Trent Education Centre Limited, which secured the award, demonstrate the potential for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to engage with governmental reforms. Businesses skilled in educational content creation can leverage such opportunities to expand their portfolios, gain exposure, and establish collaborative relations with central government bodies. This contract emphasises the role of expert contractors in influencing educational transformations, offering substantial growth prospects for suitably positioned educational consultancy firms.

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Notice Title

Post-16 Qualifications Reform - subject content writing services (con_30564)

Notice Description

Expert contractors in education to support the Department for Education to deliver its reforms of post-16 level 3 and below pathways.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0664c5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020661-2026
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

73220000 - Development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£36,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Jan 20262 months ago
Contract Period
15 Jan 2026 - 31 Jul 2026 6-12 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
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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

TRENT EDUCATION CENTRE

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