--- title: "English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) - Access and Progression" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-808e265e-8bb4-4787-8f48-7e0d0bf98584" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-808e265e-8bb4-4787-8f48-7e0d0bf98584" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-808e265e-8bb4-4787-8f48-7e0d0bf98584.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-808e265e-8bb4-4787-8f48-7e0d0bf98584.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION" published: "2018-07-12" --- # English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) - Access and Progression Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-808e265e-8bb4-4787-8f48-7e0d0bf98584 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-808e265e-8bb4-4787-8f48-7e0d0bf98584) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-808e265e-8bb4-4787-8f48-7e0d0bf98584.json) ## Summary The Department for Education is initiating an open tender for the project titled "English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) - Access and Progression." This procurement falls under the research and development services category, with a contract value of £99,000 and a minimum value of £80,000. The tender period is scheduled to conclude on 25th July 2018, with the contract expected to commence on 10th September 2018 and run until 28th March 2019. The ESOL project aims to explore accessibility and learner pathways, conducting qualitative research with an emphasis on the experiences of both learners and providers. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses focused on research and consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in education and language acquisition. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) would be particularly well-suited to compete, given the emphasis on community engagement and qualitative insights. Companies that can demonstrate experience in conducting educational research, leveraging community connections, and analysing learner needs will find this contract aligned with their business capabilities, potentially leading to further growth in the education sector. ## Notice English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) is a course taken by people who do not speak English as their first language. DfE funds a range of ESOL courses designed to enable learners to navigate everyday life and work in the UK. The Department is aiming to explore learner perspectives, specifically how they experience ESOL provision and any barriers faced by learners and non-learners when trying to access ESOL provision. We are also aiming to look at provider perspectives including, the demand for ESOL and how provision is managed. Overarching aim of research project Explore how provision meets the needs of different types of adult (19+) ESOL learners, specifically with regards to the accessibility of provision, pathways and progression and the availability of appropriate information. Also, to better understand the needs of non-learners. Methodology The Department will be inviting a two-stage research methodology at the invitation to tender stage. Stage one (feasibility and survey) Feasibility study: * Qualitative research with ESOL providers * Focus groups or paired interviews with learners to take place during the provider visits. * Consultation and engagement with local community groups to test the feasibility of accessing non-learners through these groups or through existing learners' contacts. Online provider survey The department would like some early findings on specific questions and requires a survey of ESOL provider. Stage two Main stage informed by the feasibility work that will expand research with providers, learners and non learners. Sampling The department will assist with providing data for sampling from the ILR and other government departments' data for both the qualitative work and the provider survey. Additional information: Deadline for EOI's - 12pm on 25th July 2018 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ed239b92-f11a-4b5d-be1b-caa5996863f4 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 12 Jul 2018 | | Submission deadline | 25 Jul 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 9 Sep 2018 - 28 Mar 2019 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £99,000 | | 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION | | Locality | SHEFFIELD | | Post town | Sheffield | | Postcode | S1 4PQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | | ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire | | ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield | | Local authority | Sheffield | | Electoral ward | City | | Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central | | 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 - 12 Jul 2018 at 10:28 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ed239b92-f11a-4b5d-be1b-caa5996863f4 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ed239b92-f11a-4b5d-be1b-caa5996863f4 12th July 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e25a8d8f-5c82-4194-8b6a-a2eb94ccd1a1 Expression of Interest - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f3870a9a-a531-4e9d-b5ac-bd48e0e45154 EOI Form ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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