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Provision of Attainment Scotland Fund Evaluation School based Survey and Case Study Research

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government has awarded a contract for the "Provision of Attainment Scotland Fund Evaluation School based Survey and Case Study Research". This procurement, in the services category, was aimed at evaluating the activities supported by the Attainment Scotland Fund through a representative school-based staff survey and case study research in 12-14 schools across the UKM region. The process utilized an open procedure and was completed on 27th November 2024, with Progressive Partnership Ltd. winning the contract valued at £78,426. The contract, which is active and may be extended by up to 6 months, is crucial for gathering insights and feedback on the effectiveness of the funded projects in addressing educational disparities.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialized in educational research, data collection, and analysis. Firms capable of conducting comprehensive surveys and detailed case studies could benefit from such government contracts, which not only provide financial rewards but also enhance the company's portfolio and reputation. The nature of the research necessitates expertise in educational practices, stakeholder engagement, and outcome evaluation. Businesses with relevant experience in similar public sector projects, cutting-edge data analysis tools, and the ability to present findings effectively would have a competitive edge in fulfilling such contracts.

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Notice Title

Provision of Attainment Scotland Fund Evaluation School based Survey and Case Study Research

Notice Description

The Scottish Government's Learning Analysis Unit on behalf of the Scottish Ministers wishes to commission: - A representative school based staff survey; and - Case study research in up to 12-14 schools.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The overall aim of the survey is to provide insight into the experiences and perspectives of a range of school leaders, practitioners, and school staff on the impact of activities supported by the Attainment Scotland Fund. The case study research will gather stakeholder views on what is working well and what could be improved in the implementation of ASF at the local level, what type of interventions are being implemented, and the impact of the funding on closing the poverty related attainment gap. The case studies are intended to include a wide range of stakeholders, including headteachers, practitioners, children and young people, and voluntary sector partners. The findings from the survey and case studies will be used alongside other data collection and analytical activities undertaken for the overall evaluation of the ASF. Collectively, these will help inform policy makers about the implementation of the Fund and findings will be useful as we seek to publish evidence of progress towards closing the poverty related attainment gap.. The Contract may be extended by one period of up to 6 months to a date falling no later than 8 March 2026.

Renewal: The contract may be extended, at the sole discretion of Scottish Ministers by one period of up to 6 months solely for time with no additional costs associated, to a date falling no later than October 2026.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000773296
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC519582
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

73110000 - Research services

79311000 - Survey services

80100000 - Primary education services

80200000 - Secondary education services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£78,426 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
14 Aug 2024Expired
Award Date
27 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
ryan.henderson@gov.scot, stuart.riach2@gov.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1412420133

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH6 6QQ
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PROGRESSIVE PARTNERSHIP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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