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title: "Research to examine how schools manage relationships between capital and revenue spending"
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# Research to examine how schools manage relationships between capital and revenue spending

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0d838242-aece-448b-ad52-59b3192329ef

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## Summary

The Department for Education is seeking expressions of interest for a research project aimed at understanding how schools manage the relationship between capital and revenue spending. The title of the tender is "Research to examine how schools manage relationships between capital and revenue spending", falling under the classification of research and development services. This open procurement process allows for participation from a wide range of suppliers and is located in the United Kingdom. The deadline for submissions of interest was midday on 17th August 2018, with the contract period scheduled to start on 20th September 2018 and conclude by 31st January 2019, securing a contract value of £42,500. 

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in research and consultancy services, particularly those with experience in educational finance. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to apply, as the suitable supplier profile aligns well with the requirements of the project. Engaging with this tender could enhance a business's portfolio and provide insights into educational practices, potentially leading to further projects in the education sector.

## Notice

Expressions of interest are sought to undertake research to improve understanding of how schools perceive and manage the relationships between capital and revenue spending. This research will involve visits to key staff responsible for finances in case study schools and "responsible bodies" involved in making decisions about capital spending and its implications. Additional information: Closing date of expression of interest is: Midday on 17th August 2018

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e72e17a-5340-47e3-9e98-371afa337395 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Apr 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Aug 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Oct 2018 |
| Contract period | 10 Oct 2018 - 13 Mar 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £42,500 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION |
| Locality | SHEFFIELD |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S1 2FJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield |
| Local authority | Sheffield |
| Electoral ward | City |
| Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | IPSOS MORI |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 11 Apr 2019 at 12:36 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e72e17a-5340-47e3-9e98-371afa337395
- 22 Mar 2019 at 11:09 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e72e17a-5340-47e3-9e98-371afa337395
- 3 Aug 2018 at 09:59 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/798a7014-715f-4703-a84b-b950dc7b1369

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e72e17a-5340-47e3-9e98-371afa337395
  11th April 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/798a7014-715f-4703-a84b-b950dc7b1369
  3rd August 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9099ed38-e26e-479b-82ca-4043bdd0ec3e
  Expression of Interest
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e60707fb-cea2-46db-b3f5-a4bbae9a0ea2
  EOI Form
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6b0264e4-dccc-44bf-8f87-a73cc5346190
  2018-055 Contract
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e96d3a41-b3fc-4679-a271-d8adcec69561
  2018-055 Variation 1

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