Tender

Concession arrangement for training of licenced driver applicants

UTTLESFORD DISTRICT COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

TenderAmendment

11 Sep 2020 at 08:23

Tender Notice
Tender

21 Aug 2020 at 13:10

Tender Notice
Planning

16 Apr 2019 at 08:51

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Uttlesford District Council is currently in the procurement process for a concession arrangement related to the training of licensed driver applicants. The contract, titled "Concession arrangement for training of licenced driver applicants," falls under the services category, specifically training services, with a total estimated value of £1,200,000. This opportunity is located in Saffron Walden, England, and is at the tender stage, with submissions required by 16:00 on 26 October 2020, extended from previous deadlines. Interested parties must express their interest by 23 September 2020.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialised in training services, particularly those experienced in driver proficiency and safety training. Companies that can provide comprehensive training and examination services, including customer service, driver safety, and relevant legislation, will find this contract particularly suited to their offerings. With approximately 2,800 licensed drivers needing initial training and around 700 new applicants each year, successful bidders could establish lucrative, long-term relationships with the council while contributing to improved driver standards in the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Concession arrangement for training of licenced driver applicants

Notice Description

IMPORTANT UPDATE - The appointed Concessionaire may be asked to make this service available to both Braintree District Council & Chelmsford City Council who have expressed interest in collaborating with Uttlesford District Council. At this stage, there is no firm commitment which will be subject to their own due diligence and internal approval processes. The advertised contract value does not include these options. To accommodate this request, the procurement process is to be extended by two weeks. Expressions of interest must be received by 23rd September. Tenders will be due back no later than 16:00hrs on Monday 26 October 2020. ORIGINAL TEXT Following a review of licencing by Uttlesford District Council, it is proposed to introduce a mandatory requirement for all new and current drivers to pass an examination following their attendance at an approved training course All drivers currently holding licences for Private Hire Vehicles and Hackney Carriages will be required to attend an Initial face-to-face approved training course and complete an examination to demonstrate to the licencing committee that they are considered competent and safe drivers and may retain their licence. All new applicants for licences for Private Hire Vehicles and Hackney Carriages will also be required to attend the same Initial face to face course and complete the examination to demonstrate to the licencing committee that they are considered to be competent and safe drivers before a licence is granted. Drivers are required to renew their licence every three years. Before granting the renewal of any licence, Drivers will be required to undergo Refresher training and provide evidence to demonstrate they have passed an examination. Refresher training and the associated examination may take the form (or an option) of on-line continual professional development. The Council is seeking to appoint one Concessionaire to provide this initial and ongoing training and examinations for a period of 6 years commencing February 2021, at no cost to the Council and at the Concessionaires own commercial risk It is expected that the training shall include, but may not be limited to customer service, driver safety, relevant legislation, disability awareness, child sexual abuse and exploitation, safeguarding and other key information that the Council and/or the Training Provider considers to be required . Uttlesford Council have approximately 2,800 drivers currently holding an applicable licence. It is expected that all existing licence holders shall attend the initial face to face course within the first 18 months of the contract New applicants number approximately 700 per annum The average renewal rate is currently 60% TO APPLY, SIMPLY E-MAIL PROCUREMENT@UTTLESFORD.GOV.UK EXPRESSING YOUR INTEREST. The closing date for applications is 9th September 2020 The deadline for receipt of tenders is 12th October 2020 Note - these dates have now been extended (see below) Additional information: For the complete Invitation to Tender / Tender Documents simply e-mail procurement@uttlesford.gov.uk before 17:00hrs on 23rd September 2020. Completed Tender Submissions must be returned no later than 16:00 hrs on MONDAY 26th OCTOBER 2020. Those who have already expressed their interest do not need to do so again

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-01b3ea42-d304-409d-b330-2d3d48f3f11f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dec1aa95-2ff8-407c-86ab-3473839808a9
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80500000 - Training services

80522000 - Training seminars

80550000 - Safety training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Sep 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Sep 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
9 May 2019Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2021 - 31 Jan 2027 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UTTLESFORD DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SAFFRON WALDEN
Postcode
CB11 4ER
Post Town
Cambridge
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH35 West Essex
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Uttlesford
Electoral Ward
Saffron Walden Audley
Westminster Constituency
North West Essex

Further Information

Notice Documents

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