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title: "Taking Teaching Further Evaluation"
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# Taking Teaching Further Evaluation

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-85f239f3-3099-4623-97a1-84ca9a22acb8

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## Summary

The Department for Education is seeking a contractor to undertake the evaluation of the Taking Teaching Further Programme, a procurement process classified under research and development services. This open tender process was initiated with the objective of designing a randomised controlled trial into a teacher recruitment scheme, alongside qualitative research involving providers and teachers. The submission deadline for expressions of interest was set at 1pm on 15th January 2019, with the contract period beginning on 1st March 2019 and concluding on 30th November 2021. The evaluation is particularly relevant to organisations located in the United Kingdom and beyond.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in research, consultancy, and evaluation services, particularly those with experience in education and teacher recruitment initiatives. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement process is suited to their capabilities. Companies well-versed in qualitative and quantitative research methodologies will find this opportunity aligns with their expertise, allowing them to expand their portfolio and engage with public sector projects effectively.

## Notice

A contractor is sought to undertake an evaluation of the Taking Teaching Further Programme. It will consist of; * Working with DfE to design an RCT into a teacher recruitment scheme, and subsequent data collection and analysis * Qualitative research with providers and teachers participating in the in the scheme. * A process evaluation of an innovation fund to increase collaboration between FE and industry. PLEASE NOTE: THE DEADLINE FOR EOI SUBMISSION IS: 1pm on 15th JAN 2019

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74e31780-a878-4b4b-8be7-d074ad72ac53 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Jan 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jun 2019 |
| Contract period | 7 Jul 2019 - 30 Nov 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £149,996 |
| 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 | I.F.F RESEARCH |

## 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 Mar 2021 at 14:17 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74e31780-a878-4b4b-8be7-d074ad72ac53
- 11 Dec 2018 at 14:42 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/98dd52fa-48e9-4670-a656-c99173010213

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74e31780-a878-4b4b-8be7-d074ad72ac53
  12th March 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/98dd52fa-48e9-4670-a656-c99173010213
  11th December 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e1be407b-fe80-480f-9af0-a31d9d156db8
  Expression of Interest Advert (EOI)
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c16e684f-9bda-4bbe-90c5-9a0b94c63826
  EOI Return Form

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