--- title: "UK Inspection in the European Schools" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e9b60384-b91e-49a3-b0d0-ee4de237a360" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e9b60384-b91e-49a3-b0d0-ee4de237a360" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e9b60384-b91e-49a3-b0d0-ee4de237a360.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e9b60384-b91e-49a3-b0d0-ee4de237a360.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION" published: "2018-01-09" --- # UK Inspection in the European Schools Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e9b60384-b91e-49a3-b0d0-ee4de237a360 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e9b60384-b91e-49a3-b0d0-ee4de237a360) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e9b60384-b91e-49a3-b0d0-ee4de237a360.json) ## Summary The Department for Education (DfE) in the UK is undertaking a procurement process titled "UK Inspection in the European Schools." The procurement is currently at the planning stage and involves the classification of education and training services. The initial contract is set to commence on 1 June 2017, extending for 27 months, with an estimated annual value of approximately £150,000. Interested parties should note that the engagement end date for this process is 20 February 2017, and the work will encompass visits to 13 European Schools across six countries. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in educational inspection and assessment services. Companies well-suited to compete for this contract include those with experience in quality assurance within educational contexts, particularly in international or multilingual environments. The ability to engage with diverse educational systems and possess an understanding of the European Baccalaureate framework will provide a competitive edge. Prospective bidders should be prepared to demonstrate capabilities in curriculum advisory roles and inspection services to align with the DfE’s requirements. ## Notice The UK is a member of the European Schools (ES) system and signatory to the associated 1957 ES Convention. The ESs provide a free, multi-lingual education for the children aged 4 to 18 of individuals employed by the EU institutions. Such children (known as Category 1) total around 21,000, although there are a further 5,000 who attend by paying fees. There are currently around 1,200 UK pupils in the ES system, 900 of whom have Category 1 status. From September 2017 there will be 13 European Schools in six countries. The Department for Education (DfE) has a requirement for the provision of two Inspectors to assess and maintain the quality of teaching within the ES system and the conduct and performance of UK seconded teachers within it. These Inspectors will also be required to represent UK interests by advising on the curriculum and all pedagogical matters; be responsible for the setting of the English component and quality of the European Baccalaureate examination and represent the DfE at key ES Board meetings. The DfE currently employs 108 teachers to work in the European School system. Inspectors will be required to carry out annual performance related pay assessments; visit the 13 European Schools to observe teaching for the purpose of renewal of contracts of employment; attend meetings of the Boards of Inspectors and Joint Teaching Committee; attend curriculum working groups and meet with DfE teacher and parent representatives. In addition, the secondary inspector will attend various curriculum meetings and working groups and be responsible for the quality of the European Baccalaureate examination, the invigilation of the examinations, the fairness of the marking of the papers and the final marks awarded. The resulting contract will start on 1 June 2017 to allow for handover from the current supplier, in sufficient time for the commencement of work in line with the start of the academic year (1 September 2017). The initial term of contract will be 27 months. Additional information: The estimated value is approximately PS150,000 p.a. The procurement exercise for the provision of these services will be published electronically via Redimo 2, which is the DfE's preferred tool for contracting for most works, goods and services that are awarded following an electronic competitive tendering process. To prevent delays accessing this exercise and all related documentation, please self-register on this system in advance. Guidance on how to register is available on the .gov website at www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-education/about/procurement. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a81f4661-6cce-4869-846e-35dda3136c3b | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 9 Jan 2018 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 20 Feb 2017 | | 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 | 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 80000000 - Education and training services ## Release History - 9 Jan 2018 at 12:57 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a81f4661-6cce-4869-846e-35dda3136c3b - 19 Jan 2017 at 17:26 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a81f4661-6cce-4869-846e-35dda3136c3b ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a81f4661-6cce-4869-846e-35dda3136c3b 9th January 2018 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.eursc.eu/en European Schools Website - https://www.eursc.eu/en/Office/official-texts/basic-texts/en Convention defining the Statue of the European Schools ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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