Department for Education · Awarded contract
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Award of Foundation Years Website Management and Early Years Sector Support to Cognition Education UK Ltd

Awarded 31 May 2024

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Awarded31 May 2024
Value£122,118.00
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryEducation & Training
Ended 1y 5mo ago12mo term
Awarded 31 May 2024Expired 30 May 2025

Department for Education awarded a contract to Cognition Education UK Ltd for managing the longstanding Foundation Years website and supporting the early years sector.

The contract was awarded through an open competition under the Light Touch Regime - PCR 2015.

The supplier will host and develop the Foundation Years service, focus on creating evidence-informed and effective practice content, and create strong networks.

The contract value is £122,118, with an initial period of 12 months and an option to extend for 6 months.

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