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title: "EOI - Curriculum experts - Provision of Primary Curriculum and Early Years Foundation Stage Expert resource for the Standards and Testing Agency 2026 - 2028"
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# EOI - Curriculum experts - Provision of Primary Curriculum and Early Years Foundation Stage Expert resource for the Standards and Testing Agency 2026 - 2028

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b02b2b24-2fd4-4122-8247-5c5ac5280b36

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## Summary

The Department for Education has announced a planned procurement process titled "EOI - Curriculum experts - Provision of Primary Curriculum and Early Years Foundation Stage Expert resource for the Standards and Testing Agency 2026 - 2028". This project falls under the Education and Training Services category and is intended for regions across the United Kingdom, including the North East, North West, Yorkshire and the Humber, East Midlands, West Midlands, East of England, London, South East, and South West. Currently, at the planning stage, the procurement will move towards contract initiation from 1st September 2026, continuing through to 31st August 2028. Interested parties are invited to express interest by emailing TendersTD.STA@education.gov.uk by 14th August 2026. The procurement process will generally follow a structured approach to select curriculum and assessment advisors with expertise in key stage English grammar, punctuation, and spelling.

This tender presents excellent opportunities for businesses specialising in educational consultancy, curriculum development, and testing services. SMEs and VCSEs with experience in English Language Education at Key Stage 1 and 2, and those familiar with national curriculum assessments, are particularly well-positioned to benefit. Businesses that can bring substantial expertise in curriculum development and stakeholder communication while offering innovative solutions to meet evolving educational requirements will find this opportunity conducive to growth. The diverse regional reach and the extended contract period provide opportunities for businesses to both secure consistent work and expand their service offerings within the public education sector.

## Notice

EOI for Provision of Primary Curriculum Experts - Key Stage 1 English grammar, punctuation and spelling STA is looking to appoint an Assessment Advisor for the development of KS1 and 2 assessment materials for English grammar, punctuation and spelling, as well as a Curriculum Advisor for the development of KS1 assessment materials for English grammar, punctuation and spelling. Assessment Advisor STA is seeking an Assessment Advisor to work alongside test development colleagues on the preparation of KS1 and 2 assessment materials for English grammar, punctuation and spelling. Suitable candidates will have KS1-2 teaching experience, with a specialism in English writing/grammar - perhaps developed as an English or literacy curriculum leader in a school or trust. They will also have familiarity with the national curriculum and associated assessment materials, which may have been gained through teaching the curriculum, administering KS1/2 assessments, and/or supporting teachers in their teaching and assessment practice. Additionally, applicants will have experience of critical engagement with test materials, which may have been developed during teaching or as part of work on review panels. This may be your first role in test development; applicants need not have worked in the capacity of Assessment Advisor before. Curriculum Advisor STA is also seeking to engage a Curriculum Advisor for the KS1 grammar, punctuation and spelling tests. Suitable candidates will have substantial and recent expertise in KS1 grammar, punctuation and spelling, with a rigorous understanding of the curriculum. They will also have experience in critically analysing assessment materials and an understanding of the issues raised by recent reviews and consultations relating to assessment and how subsequent implementation may affect the future structure and strategy of the assessments. Applicants will demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders, providing constructive feedback at all meetings and to provide workable solutions to any problems and/or issues identified during this project. They will also ideally have experience of assessment development processes, gained from either previous work on National Curriculum tests, or similar activity for another project. The contracts run from October 2026 to August 2028. Within this period, assignment lengths and meeting attendance requirements may vary and will be agreed 3-6 months in advance. These roles can be performed in addition to a full- or part-time role, as long as it does not result in a conflict of interest and the work can be completed within the agreed timelines. Further information will be provided to all those who express an interest. If you are interested in this opportunity and would like to receive further information, please express your interest by emailing TendersTD.STA@education.gov.uk by close of play Friday 14 August. Additional information: If you/ your organisation are interested in this opportunity, please email your contact details to the following address: TendersTD.STA@education.gov.uk by close of play on 14 August 2026. All parties who express an interest will be contacted by the STA and will receive further details.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/359d0ab4-7d8d-43b1-8d4d-52f28892ae7b |
| Notice type | Planned Procurement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Aug 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 17 Aug 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2028 |
| 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 | Planned |
| 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 | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 5 Aug 2026 at 13:46 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/359d0ab4-7d8d-43b1-8d4d-52f28892ae7b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/359d0ab4-7d8d-43b1-8d4d-52f28892ae7b
  5th August 2026 - Future opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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