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title: "Braille Quality Assurance Framework STA 0276"
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# Braille Quality Assurance Framework STA 0276

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7f123f3f-e58e-44ff-8386-60262aacfb3b

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## Summary

The Department for Education is currently conducting an open tender for the "Braille Quality Assurance Framework STA 0276" aimed at quality assuring modified Braille versions of Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 National Curriculum tests. This procurement falls under the education and training services category and has a contract value of £10,200. The tender period ended on 13th May 2021, but the contract period is set to commence from 1st August 2021 and will conclude on 31st July 2024. The services are expected to be delivered in various locations, including the United Kingdom and European territories.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in educational services, particularly those experienced in Braille materials and accessibility. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as this procurement process is designed to be inclusive. Companies with expertise in quality assurance, educational assessments, and those that maintain high standards in educational material development will find this tender to be a suitable match for their services, helping them to expand their client base and engage in long-term contracts with a government authority.

## Notice

The STA is looking to recruit experienced Braille experts for quality assuring the modified Braille versions of the Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 National Curriculum tests to ensure: - the accuracy and consistency within and across documents; - the tests, transcripts and mark schemes reflect each other and are consistent; - the materials conform to the style outlined; and - the modified tests and guidance documents reflect and/or match the live tests, as appropriate.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/983ca21a-939d-4f84-b234-c29bdd22d240 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 13 May 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2021 - 31 Jul 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £10,200 |
| 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 | COVENTRY |
| Post town | Coventry |
| Postcode | CV1 2WT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG33 Coventry |
| Local authority | Coventry |
| Electoral ward | St Michael's |
| Westminster constituency | Coventry South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 9 Sep 2021 at 14:53 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/983ca21a-939d-4f84-b234-c29bdd22d240

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/983ca21a-939d-4f84-b234-c29bdd22d240
  9th September 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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