--- title: "Student TEF choices: The usability of subject level classifications and teaching quality factors, to inform development of the Teaching Excellence Framework" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-77e67008-c783-4878-8716-98013848672e" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-77e67008-c783-4878-8716-98013848672e" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-77e67008-c783-4878-8716-98013848672e.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-77e67008-c783-4878-8716-98013848672e.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION" published: "2017-08-08" --- # Student TEF choices: The usability of subject level classifications and teaching quality factors, to inform development of the Teaching Excellence Framework Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-77e67008-c783-4878-8716-98013848672e [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-77e67008-c783-4878-8716-98013848672e) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-77e67008-c783-4878-8716-98013848672e.json) ## Summary The Department for Education is currently seeking expressions of interest for a tender titled "Student TEF choices: The usability of subject level classifications and teaching quality factors, to inform development of the Teaching Excellence Framework." This research project falls under the category of research and development services and is located in London, England. The procurement process is in the tender stage, with a deadline for expressions of interest set for 5pm on 1st September 2017. The contract period is expected to commence on 9th October 2017 and conclude on 19th January 2018, using a selective procurement method under a restricted procedure. This tender presents unique opportunities for businesses, particularly those in the research and consultancy sectors, to engage in critical evaluations of teaching quality frameworks. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) would be well-positioned to compete for this contract, especially those with experience in educational research methods and a strong understanding of user-testing protocols. Engaging in this project could foster growth by expanding the successful bidder's portfolio in educational consultancy and establishing valuable connections with governmental education authorities. ## Notice Expressions of interest are sought to undertake a two-part research project supporting the further development of the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF). Expressions of Interest are invited for any combination of Part 1, Part 2, or both. Part 1 of the research focuses on the way subject-level TEF information is most practically delivered to students, testing the usability of three subject-level classifications. This will require primary research, ideally in the form of quasi-experimental user-testing of the three classification systems with potential undergraduate student applicants, along with some questions about institutional-level TEF use. Part 2 of the research considers the broad factors conceptualised as making up assessment of teaching quality (in its broadest sense), and how relevant and important they are to students in terms of their selection of HE provider and the quality of their undergraduate student experience. This is likely to involve primary research in the form of a questionnaire for undergraduate applicants and first-year students. Additional information: Deadline for receipt of expression of interest is 5pm on 1st September 2017. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c2b2a00-076b-40cc-9309-2467a318cb15 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 8 Aug 2017 | | Submission deadline | 1 Sep 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 8 Oct 2017 - 19 Jan 2018 | | 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 | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ## Release History - 8 Aug 2017 at 15:11 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c2b2a00-076b-40cc-9309-2467a318cb15 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c2b2a00-076b-40cc-9309-2467a318cb15 8th August 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f111abc8-16c9-43bf-865e-855a786f140a Expression of interest ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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