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title: "Provision of Item Writing Services for Key Stage 2 Mathematics Call-off Contract"
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# Provision of Item Writing Services for Key Stage 2 Mathematics Call-off Contract

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-68a1699e-af2a-47b7-a5a3-1985da59f2be

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by the Department for Education, involves a call-off contract for the provision of item writing services for Key Stage 2 Mathematics. This contract, titled "Provision of Item Writing Services for Key Stage 2 Mathematics Call-off Contract," falls under the education and training services category. The procurement method used is selective, allowing specific suppliers to participate. The contract period runs from 15th January 2018 to 14th September 2018, with the tender period concluding on 17th November 2017. The services are required across various delivery locations, including the United Kingdom and other regions.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in educational services, particularly those with expertise in item writing or assessment services. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) may find this contract particularly suitable, as it encourages participation from diverse suppliers. Competing businesses that can provide quality item writing, including the development of mark schemes and testing materials, are well-positioned to grow and expand through this contract.

## Notice

This call-off contract is for the provision of item writing services for Key Stage 2 Mathematics Work Package 2, including the drafting of potential items and their mark schemes, ready for formal trialling.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f3a1f4da-4768-4f52-8974-c9f3018f19b7 |
| 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, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 May 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Nov 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Dec 2017 |
| Contract period | 15 Jan 2018 - 14 Sep 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £78,684 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 3BT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | THE AUSTRALIAN COUNCIL FOR EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH (ACER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 15 May 2018 at 08:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f3a1f4da-4768-4f52-8974-c9f3018f19b7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f3a1f4da-4768-4f52-8974-c9f3018f19b7
  15th May 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f26c7cf5-77e9-43fc-b571-e982bfb84674
  Contract
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d2a21f9e-6591-45f6-b96f-c393f89ad12a
  Invitation to quote

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