The Department for Education is seeking an independent evaluation of SEND reform investments to assess workforce capability, inclusive practice and system readiness for reforms from 2029/30, with a budget of approximately £2.5 million and project duration from early 2027 to late 2029.
Open tender — no closing date published. Opened 1 month ago.
No single supplier dominates the field.
In research innovation, DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION has awarded 25 contracts to 13 suppliers.
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Across research innovation, the most active winners are IPSOS MARKET RESEARCH LIMITED, WSP UK LIMITED, IFF RESEARCH LIMITED — the field to beat, or your route in as a partner.
The DfE is appointing two assessment service providers to evaluate school and college funding applications under the Condition Improvement Fund for 2027-28, with a contract value of £570,000 split between suppliers and potential extension to 2029.
Pre-construction services contract awarded for the design and build refurbishment of Christ Church Academy primary school under Construction Framework CF25.
Framework Alliance Contract with the Department for Education for Essex services under the Low Value Band Lot 6.
Department for Education framework alliance contract for high volume business services across Essex schools and institutions.
Funding up to £280,000 to establish collaborative networks of data professionals sharing knowledge and improving services for social science researchers.
ESRC Grow Awards provide £100,000-£500,000 in funding to help social science researchers advance their careers through skills development, methodological training, and independence-building over 18-60 months.
ESRC Explore Awards fund ambitious, innovative social science research projects up to £2 million for UK-based individuals and small research teams over five years.
Fund research to identify regulatory and institutional conditions that encourage investment and economic growth, particularly in AI and advanced technologies.
