DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION · Awarded contract
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Delivery of IEA TIMSS 2019 Study as National Study Centre for England

Awarded 18 Sep 2017

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Awarded18 Sep 2017
Value£1,217,183.00
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryEducation & Training
Ended 5y 4mo ago3y 10mo term
Awarded 18 Sept 2017Expired 29 June 2021

The Department for Education awarded a contract to Pearson Education Limited for the delivery of the IEA Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS) 2019 in England, acting as the National Research Coordinator and National Study Centre.

The contractor was responsible for preparing study instruments, administering the study to year 5 and year 9 pupils, and ensuring compliance with the specifications of the International Association for the Evaluation of Educational Achievement (IEA) and its International Study Center.

The contract value was AUD 1,217,183.

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