--- title: "ACPP EWG Expert by Experience" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-058204" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-058204" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-058204.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-058204.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION" published: "2026-01-16" --- # ACPP EWG Expert by Experience Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-058204 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-058204) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-058204.json) ## Summary The recent procurement process led by the Department for Education, based in London, United Kingdom, focused on the "ACPP EWG Expert by Experience" contract. This project falls under the category of Research and Development Services, specifically within the realm of consultancy services, with reference to drafting and refining the Advanced Child Protection Practice Standards. Managed as a direct procurement without competition, the contract commenced on 19th September 2025 and is set to conclude on 31st March 2026, with a potential extension available. The procurement process recently moved into the award stage, with key documents published on 16th January 2026. This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses interested in providing consultancy services related to child protection practices, particularly those familiar with developing practical and accessible standards. Large-scale suppliers with expertise in the social care sector and experience in working closely with government bodies stand to benefit most from this contract. The collaboration will involve contributing to policy discussions and ensuring alignment with existing frameworks, thus attracting consultancies that provide high-level strategic and operational insights. The contract's potential extensions also offer long-term engagement prospects. ## Notice Specification for expert by experience EWG member: The Writing Group will be responsible for drafting and refining the Advanced Child Protection Practice Standards, drawing on input from the Reference Group, sector evidence, and policy priorities. The work will include: * Translating key themes and recommendations into clear, practical standards. * Ensuring the language is accessible, meaningful, and aligned with professional expectations. o Supporting consistency across the standards and alignment with existing frameworks and guidance. o The group will work closely with the Chief Social Worker and policy leads to ensure the standards are robust, deliverable, and ready for wider consultation. Description of the tasks: * Support the drafting of the standards for ACPP, feeding into discussions about the prioritisation and structure. * Provide insights on the standards for ACPP, drawing on CSC sector experience. * Contribute to the drafting, editing and finalisation of the standards for ACPP, based on stakeholder perspectives and insights, including the workforce, children, young people, families and carers. * Attend, present and contribute at ACPP consultation events * Act as a critical friend, ensuring strong alignment between the ACPP and the National Framework. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004083-2026 | | Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Direct | | Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 16 Jan 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 14 Jul 2025 | | Contract period | 18 Sep 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £28,500 | | Contracts value | £28,500 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Active, Pending | | Contracts status | Active | ## 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 | 2 | | Supplier names | MARGARET MULOWSKA; SHARON DAVIDSON | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ## Release History - 16 Jan 2026 at 16:49 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004083-2026 - 13 Aug 2025 at 15:45 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048537-2025 - 5 Aug 2025 at 17:02 - AwardUpdate - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046322-2025 - 5 Aug 2025 at 16:17 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046314-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004083-2026 16th January 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048537-2025 13th August 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046322-2025 5th August 2025 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046314-2025 5th August 2025 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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