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Post-16 Qualifications Reform - subject content writing services (con_30562)

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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19 Mar 2026 at 16:23

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Post-16 Qualifications Reform - subject content writing services" has been completed by the Department for Education, a central government authority located in London. This contract falls under the education and training services category and aims to aid educational reforms concerning post-16 level 3 and below pathways. The procurement method was a limited competition, below threshold. The contract was signed on 12th January 2026 and commenced on 15th January 2026, with an anticipated end date of 31st July 2026. The total gross value of the contract is £32,400, which will be executed by Sharon Moore Ltd, a small or medium enterprise based in Bishop Thornton, Harrogate.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialising in educational content development and reform services. The contract focuses on supporting pathways for post-16 qualifications, potentially benefiting contractors with expertise in the education sector. Businesses that can provide high-quality educational writing services and have experience in handling government contracts are particularly well-positioned to compete. The procurement process, being a limited competition, suggests that businesses with a tailored approach to the specified needs would have an advantage. Engaging in such contracts can offer growth potential for small and medium enterprises looking to expand their portfolio within the education industry.

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Notice Title

Post-16 Qualifications Reform - subject content writing services (con_30562)

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-066f83
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025412-2026
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

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£27,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Mar 20262 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

SHARON MOORE

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