--- title: "Modified Tests Framework" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-3c0c6c61-01e4-4e18-9e0c-ba3848bd8705" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-3c0c6c61-01e4-4e18-9e0c-ba3848bd8705" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3c0c6c61-01e4-4e18-9e0c-ba3848bd8705.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3c0c6c61-01e4-4e18-9e0c-ba3848bd8705.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION" published: "2018-07-19" --- # Modified Tests Framework Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3c0c6c61-01e4-4e18-9e0c-ba3848bd8705 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-3c0c6c61-01e4-4e18-9e0c-ba3848bd8705) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3c0c6c61-01e4-4e18-9e0c-ba3848bd8705.json) ## Summary The Department for Education is initiating the "Modified Tests Framework" procurement process, aimed at establishing a framework for modified Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 National Curriculum Tests for children with visual and hearing impairments. This tender is currently in the planning stage and the engagement end date is set for 23 July 2018. The framework will span four years, from 31 January 2019 to 1 February 2023, and is classified under education and training services, with a total estimated value of up to £5,000,000. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in educational resources, accessibility solutions, and modified testing services. Companies with experience in project management, quality assurance, and technical resources for creating braille and large-print test materials are well-positioned to compete. The supplier briefing event scheduled for 16 August 2018 in Coventry will further facilitate engagement with potential suppliers, allowing them to showcase their capabilities in delivering these essential services to the educational sector. ## Notice The Standards and Testing Agency (STA), an Executive Agency of the Department for Education (DfE) is looking to re-establish a Modified Tests Framework for the development and delivery of modified versions of Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 National Curriculum Tests for children with visual and hearing impairments. The new framework will be for four years from 31 January 2019 to 1 February 2023. Successful suppliers will be required to provide modified versions of standard tests in various formats. At present, modified versions are required for all national curriculum tests including the following: the Phonics Screening Check (braille version only); Key Stage 1 tests in English Reading, Mathematics and English Grammar Punctuation and Spelling; Key Stage 2 tests in English Reading, Mathematics and English Grammar Punctuation and Spelling; and Key Stage 2 Science sampling tests. However, this is subject to change depending on government policy. The tests required for modification will be specified in each call off. Suppliers will also be expected to provide: * amendments to the standard marking guidance to enable consistent marking of the modified versions of the tests; * a specialist helpline service for schools and other users of modified tests; * logging modified tests order information on STA's test order website and providing order updates directly to STA's website to an agreed schedule; and * an on-demand past paper service to schools. The required services include (but are not limited to): GENERAL * Project Management * Management Information * Security * Equalities * Business Continuity * Resources * Quality Assurance * Exit and Transition TECHNICAL * Expertise * Modified Tests Process * Guidance materials for administration and marking of modified tests * Braille papers * Modified Large Print * Materials to support hearing impaired * Specialist helpline * Order management * Past Paper Service * Delivery requirements * Downloadable electronic versions of test materials (under STA consideration) * Performance and quality requirements Additional information: The total value of the work over four years is expected to be a maximum of PS5,000,000. Indicative Procurement Timeline Activity Date Issue ITT 23/07/2018 Supplier Briefing 16/08/2018 Deadline for clarification questions 28/09/2018 Closing date for bids 12 noon, 15/10/2018 Award notices 28/11/2018 As outlined above, the Department is planning to hold a Supplier Briefing event in order to engage with potential suppliers of the services subject to tender. This event will take place on 16 August between 13:30-15:30 at STA offices in Coventry (Earlsdon Park, 53-55 Butts Road, Coventry CV1 3BH). If you are a supplier interested in attending the supplier briefing, please send an email expressing your interest together with your contact details, a brief overview of your organisation and specific interest in this procurement to rashida.akbar@education.gov.uk and TendersTD.STA@education.gov.uk. START AND END DATES OF THE CONTRACT: 31/01/2019 - 01/02/2023 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f848c39b-9f9b-4968-a25f-211b94574aba | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 19 Jul 2018 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 23 Jul 2018 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION | | Locality | COVENTRY | | Post town | Coventry | | Postcode | CV1 3BH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG33 Coventry | | Local authority | Coventry | | Electoral ward | Sherbourne | | Westminster constituency | Coventry North West | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 80000000 - Education and training services ## Release History - 19 Jul 2018 at 14:06 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f848c39b-9f9b-4968-a25f-211b94574aba ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f848c39b-9f9b-4968-a25f-211b94574aba 19th July 2018 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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