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title: "Research into how small rural schools can be run efficiently"
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# Research into how small rural schools can be run efficiently

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-48a63be6-aa61-411c-abda-3910ea1bfb19

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## Summary

The procurement process was conducted by the Department for Education in England for a project titled "Research into how small rural schools can be run efficiently," classified under research and development consultancy services. The tender period concluded on 21st March 2018, and the contract was awarded on 17th May 2018, with a total contract value of £49,295. The contract commenced on 11th April 2018 and is set to end on 5th November 2018. This limited procurement, employing a competitive quotation method, aims to engage qualified researchers familiar with the school system to conduct site visits and gather comprehensive insights.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in consultancy services, particularly those with experience in educational research and stakeholder engagement. Companies that are well-suited for this contract include larger consulting firms equipped to handle extensive qualitative research and visits to various small rural schools and stakeholders. Businesses looking to expand their portfolio in the educational sector or those interested in public sector contracts could find this opportunity particularly beneficial.

## Notice

Qualitative researchers with a knowledge of the school system. They will need to complete visits to a number of small rural schools, groups of schools i.e. Multi-academy Trusts and federations; and wider stakeholders. Additional information: Deadline for EOI is Midday on 21st March 2018

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40ea3ff2-a05e-4729-8367-f1002fe69bb8 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Apr 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Mar 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 May 2018 |
| Contract period | 17 May 2018 - 9 Nov 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £49,295 |
| 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 | S2 2FJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield |
| Local authority | Sheffield |
| Electoral ward | Park and Arbourthorne |
| Westminster constituency | Sheffield Heeley |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ALDABA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 11 Apr 2019 at 12:39 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40ea3ff2-a05e-4729-8367-f1002fe69bb8
- 22 Mar 2019 at 10:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40ea3ff2-a05e-4729-8367-f1002fe69bb8
- 15 Mar 2018 at 15:09 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10e49d41-620d-46c3-bc56-2cc74a02bf8c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40ea3ff2-a05e-4729-8367-f1002fe69bb8
  11th April 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10e49d41-620d-46c3-bc56-2cc74a02bf8c
  15th March 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c3802fcf-54e0-44a7-be7b-2cd5bbd79a48
  EOI Form
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0f79aef7-25a9-4cb5-a33c-7addc66522b3
  Expression of Interest - EOI
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3f5b0f59-b4fe-45a2-9c90-cc12ec732f43
  2018-019 Contract

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