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title: "Modified Test Framework 2027/2031 Market Engagement Event"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06dc4f"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION"
published: "2026-08-05"
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# Modified Test Framework 2027/2031 Market Engagement Event

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06dc4f

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## Summary

The procurement process being conducted by the Department for Education, a central government public authority, is currently in the planning stage. This initiative, titled "Modified Test Framework 2027/2031 Market Engagement Event," falls under the education and training services industry category and is valued at £3,840,000 gross. Located in London, the engagement includes a scheduled market event on 17 August 2026. Interested parties must register on Jaggaer to participate. The framework aims to develop and deliver modified versions of National Curriculum Tests for children with visual and hearing impairments, as well as special education needs and disabilities (SEND). The contract, planned to commence on 1 February 2027 and end on 31 January 2031, has no current extension options, maximizing competition within the main procurement category of services.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in educational materials and services, especially those capable of providing accessible content for students with special needs. Companies with expertise in producing modified large print or Braille materials would be well-suited to benefit from this procurement. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to engage, potentially aiding their growth by contributing innovative solutions within a four-year framework agreement, ensuring educational materials meet accessibility standards. This initiative also presents an opportunity to foster long-term partnerships with the Department for Education and fulfil a valuable societal role in supporting inclusive education.

## Notice

Modified Tests Framework 2027-2031 Pre-Market Engagement The Standards and Testing Agency (STA), an Executive Agency of the Department for Education (DfE) is looking to re-establish a Modified Tests Framework for the development and delivery of modified versions of National Curriculum Tests for children with visual impairments, hearing impairments and special education needs and disabilities. (SEND) The new framework will be for four years from 1 February 2027 to 31 January 2031. Successful suppliers will be required to provide modified versions of standard tests in various formats including modified large print and Unified English Braille. Modified versions are required for all national curriculum tests including the following: Phonics Screening Check (braille version only); Key stage 1 tests in English Grammar Punctuation and Spelling, English Reading, Mathematics and; Key stage 2 tests in English Grammar Punctuation and Spelling, English Reading, Mathematics and; Key stage 3 English Reading. However, this is subject to change depending on government policy. The tests required for modification will be specified in each call-off. Suppliers will also be expected to provide: assessment reports evaluating suitability of test items including recommendations for modifications for future test development. amendments to the standard mark scheme guidance to enable consistent marking of the modified versions of the Live tests; braille proofing and quality assurance of Grade 1 and 2 UEB versions of the national curriculum tests; a specialist helpline service: to answer queries from schools and other users of modified tests; to facilitate on-demand orders of past test Braille materials and the replacements of reception baselines assessment resources to validate Modified test orders for the incumbent Test Operations Supplier to facilitate late Modified test orders for the incumbent Test Operations Supplier

### Planning Information

The market engagement event will be held virtually via Microsoft Teams on 17 August 2026 between 2 - 4PM BST.To participate, potential bidders must register on Jaggaer (or access their existing account) and express an interest in ssq_830.Once an expression of interest has been submitted, further information will be provided, including joining instructions for the event. Suppliers will also have the opportunity to ask questions relating to the event and the subsequent procurement.
Jaggaer Registration Link: -
https://education.app.jaggaer.com/web/login.html

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074417-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 1 Feb 2027 - 31 Jan 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,200,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Planning |
| 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

- 5 Aug 2026 at 17:38 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074417-2026
- 5 Aug 2026 at 11:43 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074162-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074417-2026
  5th August 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074162-2026
  5th August 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://education.app.jaggaer.com/web/login.html
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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