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Essex Music Services E-Learning

Provision of a digital-based learning environment for 667 locations, supporting music curriculum delivery across EYFS to Key Stage 4. The solution must be browser-based, accessible on Windows, Apple, and Linux, and include individual user logins, administrative access, and an ongoing CPD programme for teachers. The platform must support multi-track sequencing, music technology, and SEND settings, with the ability to import user profiles from the incumbent system.

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Awarded value
£875k
As published
Published
17 April 2025
Awarded
9 June 2025
Charanga Limited
Contract length
50 months
Ends 31 August 2029

What the contract covers

Independent lot

Provision of online music curriculum support tools and digital learning platforms for schools and educational music hubs.

  • An online curriculum support tool providing a digital-based learning environment with music resources for all key stages
  • Resources supporting instrumental teaching, SEND and alternative settings, and transition between primary and secondary settings
  • An ongoing CPD programme for schools
  • An online digital learning platform providing music resources for key stages 2–4
  • A student resource for exploring multi-track and sequencing techniques and creativity using music technology
  • Resources supporting SEND settings and transition between primary and secondary settings
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Terms and requirements

Contract type
Independent lot
Procedure
Open procedure
Initial term
50 months
Extensions
12 months
Longest it can run
62 months
Contract dates
1 July 2025 to 31 August 2029
Certifications asked for
None stated
Lots
2
Suitable for SMEs
Yes
Category
Services
CPV codes
80000000

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  4. Contract ends
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Essex County Council

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Charanga Limited

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Cite this contract

Link
https://bidskim.com/tender/320697/essex-music-services-e-learning
Buyer reference
CO0525
Open contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05047a
Last checked
5 November 2026

Essex County Council. Essex Music Services E-Learning. Contract award, 17 April 2025. BidSkim, https://bidskim.com/tender/320697/essex-music-services-e-learning (accessed 5 November 2026).