Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c27-2020-7196-9b99-18401e8dcf44/english-for-speakers-of-other-languages-esol-access-and-progression closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) - Access and Progression [Department For Education](https://tendernation.io/buyers/department-for-education) Open field Estimated value £80,000 to £99,000 Published 12 Jul 2018 Deadline Closed 25 Jul 2018 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Buyer says suitable for VCSEs The buyer ticked “suitable for voluntary, community and social enterprises” on the notice. - Small contract value Valued under £135,018 including VAT, the lowest Procurement Act threshold for goods and services. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) is a course taken by people who do not speak English as their first language. DfE funds a range of ESOL courses designed to enable learners to navigate everyday life and work in the UK. The Department is aiming to explore learner perspectives, specifically how they experience ESOL provision and any barriers faced by learners and non-learners when trying to access ESOL provision. We are also aiming to look at provider perspectives including, the demand for ESOL and how provision is managed. ### Overarching aim of research project Explore how provision meets the needs of different types of adult (19+) ESOL learners, specifically with regards to the accessibility of provision, pathways and progression and the availability of appropriate information. Also, to better understand the needs of non-learners. ### Methodology The Department will be inviting a two-stage research methodology at the invitation to tender stage. Stage one (feasibility and survey) Feasibility study: • Qualitative research with ESOL providers • Focus groups or paired interviews with learners to take place during the provider visits. • Consultation and engagement with local community groups to test the feasibility of accessing non-learners through these groups or through existing learners' contacts. ### Online provider survey The department would like some early findings on specific questions and requires a survey of ESOL provider. ### Stage two Main stage informed by the feasibility work that will expand research with providers, learners and non learners. ### Sampling The department will assist with providing data for sampling from the ILR and other government departments' data for both the qualitative work and the provider survey. Additional information: Deadline for EOI's - 12pm on 25th July 2018 Read full description ## CPV classification Research and development services and related consultancy services Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/808e265e-8bb4-4787-8f48-7e0d0bf98584) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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