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title: "Learn how to use DfE templates and guidance to avoid accessibility pitfalls and delays to publication"
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# Learn how to use DfE templates and guidance to avoid accessibility pitfalls and delays to publication

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cf870cdc-fb76-4fef-814d-a68df3ef91d3

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## Summary

The procurement process is initiated by the Department For Education, focusing on a training initiative titled "Learn how to use DfE templates and guidance to avoid accessibility pitfalls and delays to publication." This training falls under the category of Research and Development Services, with engagements taking place in Sheffield, England. Currently in the planning stage, the engagement end date is set for 21st July 2022, with multiple training sessions scheduled for early July. The procurement method involves a tender, where potential attendees can register through an online platform.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in accessibility and educational consultancy. Companies well-suited to compete should have expertise in document formatting, accessibility standards, and training delivery. Engaging in this training could enhance their service offerings and provide a competitive edge in public sector contracts required to meet accessibility guidelines.

## Notice

DfE are host training sessions on "Learn how to use DfE templates and guidance to avoid accessibility pitfalls and delays to publication". 30-minute training sessions to learn how to: * use the DfE templates (styles, formatting and document structure) * use the new guidance * avoid common accessibility when writing reports * check for accessibility errors that don't show in the automated checkers The dates available are: * Tuesday 5 July at 2pm * Thursday 14 July at 11am * Wednesday 20 July at 1pm Additional information: Should you wish to attend a session please book your place via https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/learn-to-use-dfe-templates-and-guidance-to-create-accessible-publications-tickets-373142909487

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c65633a4-64e4-46c5-a4b6-c670a4fa6162 |
| Notice type | Market Engagement 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 | 27 Jun 2022 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 21 Jul 2022 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| 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 | Planning |
| 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 2FJ |
| 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

- 27 Jun 2022 at 14:25 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c65633a4-64e4-46c5-a4b6-c670a4fa6162

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c65633a4-64e4-46c5-a4b6-c670a4fa6162
  27th June 2022 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/learn-to-use-dfe-templates-and-guidance-to-create-accessible-publications-tickets-373142909487
- https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/research-reports-guide-and-template

## Provenance

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