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title: "Progressing out of low pay"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-fcd63be1-92ae-4f37-8180-7b0deaaf12f8"
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# Progressing out of low pay

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fcd63be1-92ae-4f37-8180-7b0deaaf12f8

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## Summary

The Department for Education is seeking proposals for its tender titled "Progressing out of low pay", focused on researching effective adult education and training to assist individuals in advancing from low-paying jobs. The procurement falls under the social work and related services category, and is currently in the active tender stage. The deadline for submitting proposals is 3rd May 2019, and the total contract value is set between £50,000 and £100,000, with the contract period commencing on 3rd June 2019 and extending until 31st March 2020. This is an open procurement process, allowing wide participation.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in adult education, training services, and social work. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to compete, given the emphasis on inclusive solutions for individuals struggling with low pay. Proposals that demonstrate innovative approaches to education and insights into policy incentives will likely be well-received, supporting growth and influence in the education sector.

## Notice

The Social Mobility Commission is inviting proposals for research to understand what forms of adult education and training best meet adults' needs, and how policy can incentivise those stuck in low pay to progress in work. See Attachments for full description.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5d2e492a-7eec-4888-9b7f-044b252e8f79 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 26 Apr 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 3 May 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Jun 2019 - 31 Mar 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| 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 | 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

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85300000 - Social work and related services

## Release History

- 26 Apr 2019 at 11:29 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5d2e492a-7eec-4888-9b7f-044b252e8f79
- 8 Apr 2019 at 09:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5d2e492a-7eec-4888-9b7f-044b252e8f79

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5d2e492a-7eec-4888-9b7f-044b252e8f79
  26th April 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3354eb70-b39a-4383-9a75-782242a0a45d
  Invitation to tender letter
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2fbbf103-9cca-40b4-9a59-106ba8edf7b2
  Description
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/fab8a08b-a68b-497b-b508-420081a527c5
  Clarifications

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