Embedded product team to develop the Alpha and Beta of the EEF's Digital Public Service and support the incubation of an agile product culture

Scope Summary

Our ambition is to build a Digital Public Service to support teachers and leaders to combine research with professional judgement to make decisions that improve outcomes in their settings, particularly for socio-economically disadvantaged children and young people. This commission is much more than a technology refresh. It is the first critical step in a wider transformation of our technology, engagement model and ways of working. It should deliver two things: A working, user-centered digital product that helps educators find, understand and apply evidence when they need it. The capabilities and product culture to deliver an effective service that the EEF can own, sustain and improve.

Bid Readiness Checklist

• 1. Portal Registration & Eligibility Mandatory
  Confirm active supplier account on the issuing portal to submit bids to buyer "THE EDUCATION ENDOWMENT FOUNDATION" (UK / International).
  Suggested Evidence: Contracts Finder / Find a Tender Supplier Account
• 2. Submission Deadline & Format Mandatory
  Finalize pricing and compliance attachments at least 24 hours ahead of Closes 2026-11-30.
  Suggested Evidence: Signed Cover Form, Mandatory Returnables & Complete File Upload
• 3. Technical Architecture & Security Mandatory
  Document system architecture, data residency/privacy controls, implementation milestones, and post-launch SLA support.
  Suggested Evidence: Architecture Overview, Security Controls & SLA Matrix
• 4. Commercial Pricing Schedule Mandatory
  Structure itemized fixed or T&M pricing within the £730,000 (GBP) notice value.
  Suggested Evidence: Itemized Pricing Table, Rate Card & Scope Assumptions