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title: "Operational Systems Review"
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# Operational Systems Review

Buyer: OFFICE FOR STANDARDS IN EDUCATION, CHILDRENS SERVICES AND SKILLS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-15df0f25-281f-4a44-b564-6c41817129d2

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## Summary

The Office for Standards in Education, Children's Services and Skills (Ofsted) has concluded the procurement of "Operational Systems Review" under industry category "Systems consultancy services." This selective procurement process was conducted through a call-off from the CCS framework RM6187, specifically Lot 3 for Complex & Transformation, and was awarded to PA Consulting Ltd. The contract, valued at £100,000, encompasses system mapping, value flow analysis, and Total Quality Management to enhance Ofsted's operational efficiency and quality. The contract commenced on 13th January 2025 and will conclude on 31st March 2025, delivering services primarily within England, United Kingdom.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in systems consultancy, particularly those capable of delivering complex and transformative solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in operational efficiency, quality management, and system mapping can leverage this contract to showcase their capabilities and build their portfolio. Engaging in this type of contract can enhance a company’s market reputation and open avenues for future government contracts in the consultancy services sector.

## Notice

The supplier will be required to conduct an operational systems review. This will include the development of system mapping and draw on concepts such as value flow and Total Quality Management, all aimed at supporting the improved efficiency and quality of Ofsted's operations. Contract was awarded via CCS framework RM6187 - Management Consultancy Framework Three (MCF3) Lot 3: Complex & Transformation.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54bc21f5-24df-415c-8180-b02c9b671ebf |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 13 Jan 2025 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £100,000 |
| 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 | OFFICE FOR STANDARDS IN EDUCATION, CHILDRENS SERVICES AND SKILLS |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M1 2WD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Piccadilly |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PA CONSULTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72246000 - Systems consultancy services

## Release History

- 5 Feb 2025 at 11:46 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54bc21f5-24df-415c-8180-b02c9b671ebf

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54bc21f5-24df-415c-8180-b02c9b671ebf
  5th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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