Scope
Reference
project_9848
Description
The Department is launching an early adopter pilot scheme as part of its work to modernise Children's Social Care (CSC) data collections. The goal is to address longstanding inefficiencies in existing annual data collection processes by assessing the feasibility, scalability, and value of the department's newly developed application programming interface (API). The pilot will test automated data ingestion, working collaboratively with a sample of local authorities (LAs) and case management system (CMS) suppliers to allow for more timely data access, and analysis.
Data will flow into a private access version of the CSC dashboard, facilitating measurement of children's social care outcomes.
Key objectives include:
1. Assessing the burden and cost implications for LAs and DfE when implementing more timely data flows.
2. Evaluating the accuracy of data extracted through the API.
3. Determining the scalability of the solution for potential implementation across all LAs.
This initiative supports the CSC reform agenda and the Keeping Children Safe Mission by addressing critical data gaps, enabling faster benchmarking of National Framework indicators, and improving access to timely, evidence-based insights.
Contract 1. Children's Social Care Private Dashboard Early Adopters Scheme: Pilot CMS API
Supplier
Contract value
- £297,500 excluding VAT
- £357,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Award decision date
1 May 2025
Standstill period
- End: 11 July 2025
- 8 working days
Earliest date the contract will be signed
31 July 2025
Contract dates (estimated)
- 11 August 2025 to 10 February 2027
- 1 year, 6 months
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 72300000 - Data services
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
Contract 2. Children's Social Care Private Dashboard Early Adopters Scheme: Pilot CMS API
Supplier
Contract value
- £90,000 excluding VAT
- £108,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Award decision date
1 May 2025
Earliest date the contract will be signed
15 July 2025
Contract dates (estimated)
- 16 July 2025 to 15 January 2027
- 1 year, 6 months
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 72300000 - Data services
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
Procedure
Procedure type
Direct award
Suppliers
Azeus UK Limited
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PVYT-5638-GRNG
2.02, Borough Yards, 13 Dirty Lane,
London
SE1 9PA
United Kingdom
Email: ukpresales@azeus.com
Region: UKI44 - Lewisham and Southwark
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Contract 2. Children's Social Care Private Dashboard Early Adopters Scheme: Pilot CMS API
Liquidlogic Limited
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PQZP-7521-PPGQ
Arden Court, Arden Street
Stratford Upon Avon
CV37 6NT
United Kingdom
Email: ordersll@systemc.com
Region: UKG13 - Warwickshire
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): No
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 1. Children's Social Care Private Dashboard Early Adopters Scheme: Pilot CMS API
Contracting authority
Department for Education
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PDZG-3487-DPVD
Sanctuary Buildings, 20 Great Smith Street
London
SW1P3BT
United Kingdom
Region: UKI32 - Westminster
Organisation type: Public authority - central government