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title: "Strengthening Teacher English Proficiency (STEP) evaluation"
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# Strengthening Teacher English Proficiency (STEP) evaluation

Buyer: BRITISH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5bae8836-9b67-441a-8607-54333bb2cb8b

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## Summary

The British Council has initiated a selective public procurement process for the "Strengthening Teacher English Proficiency (STEP) evaluation" project, categorised under evaluation consultancy services (CPV code 79419000). This tender aims to secure a consultant's expertise to evaluate the STEP programme in Nigeria, focusing on the impact of enhanced English proficiency and innovative teaching methodologies. The procurement process has reached the tender stage, with the tender period ending on 21st February 2025. Key dates include the publication date of 13th February 2025, the contract start date of 26th February 2025, and the end date of 31st March 2025. The entire project is valued at £60,000 GBP.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in educational consultancy and evaluation services. Businesses with a proven track record in educational program assessments and a focus on English language proficiency will benefit most from participating. The procurement involves a call-off from a framework agreement, which suggests that businesses familiar with such tender processes are particularly well-suited. Successful engagement in this project can enhance industry credibility and expand business operations in the realm of educational consultancy within an international context.

## Notice

The tender aims to secure the technical and professional services of an evaluation consultant. The appointed consultant (individual or firm) will lead on the evaluation of Strengthening Teacher English Proficiency (STEP) during the course of programme delivery. The primary objective of this evaluation is to demonstrate the tangible effects of enhanced English Language proficiency and innovative teaching methodologies on the overall quality of teaching and learning in schools.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c8c937c0-b7a2-4ae8-831f-185c852228ea |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 26 Feb 2025 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £60,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BRITISH COUNCIL |
| Locality | RABAT |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E20 1JQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI41 Hackney and Newham |
| Local authority | Newham |
| Electoral ward | Stratford Olympic Park |
| Westminster constituency | Stratford and Bow |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79419000 - Evaluation consultancy services

## Release History

- 13 Feb 2025 at 14:52 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c8c937c0-b7a2-4ae8-831f-185c852228ea

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c8c937c0-b7a2-4ae8-831f-185c852228ea
  13th February 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5be2f635-1dbf-4d39-a0cd-64e679a3bdf5
  Order form
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a7b44a8d-5b52-4468-af72-da8bd4dd296f
  RFP form
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3d43215d-9cf1-404e-b42c-3f311f07e42d
  Supplier Response
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/dc077476-4c44-409f-9ffa-7d112335e1d8
  Pricing Approach
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/fc5745fe-72cc-4ff4-850f-d62e878fb280
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/cd55ce9f-2f1d-4204-9d0a-d0b5c3626c41
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/bcab4ebd-2ccb-4431-9a90-1f7877030a9b

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