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HCC Sept 2024 - Framework Agreement for the Provision of Adult and Tailored Learning Services (Step2Skills) - AWARD

HERTFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL - ADULT CARE SERVICES

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Summary of the contracting process

Hertfordshire County Council, through its Adult Care Services division, has completed the procurement process for a Framework Agreement for the Provision of Adult and Tailored Learning Services under the "Step2Skills" programme. The initiative targets adults in Hertfordshire, particularly those facing barriers to education and employment, such as low skills, learning or physical disabilities, and mental health conditions. The Framework Agreement, commencing on 1st January 2025 and ending on 31st December 2028, will initially last for two years, with the possibility of annual extensions up to an additional two years. The framework will include multiple subcontractors, with the Year 1 Call Off expected early in 2025. The open procurement method used ensures a transparent and competitive process. The contract requirements will be governed by available financial resources, supplier performance, and flexibility to meet changing demands.

This tender creates significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the education and training services industry, particularly those registered with the UK Register of Learning Providers (UKLRP). Businesses involved in community education, skill development, and vocational training can benefit from being part of this framework. Organisations that can provide tailored learning opportunities and support to adults will find this contract particularly suitable. The extensive list of awarded suppliers, ranging from community groups to specialised training providers, underscores the potential for collaboration and growth within the local and broader community-focused educational sector. This framework, designed to be executed as a deed, also suggests a need for organisations to obtain independent legal advice before submitting their bids.

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Notice Title

HCC Sept 2024 - Framework Agreement for the Provision of Adult and Tailored Learning Services (Step2Skills) - AWARD

Notice Description

Hertfordshire County Council (hereinafter referred to as the Council), are out to procurement for a Framework Agreement for the Provision of Adult and Tailored Learning Services. As part of Hertfordshire County Council, Step2Skills is the Adult and Tailored Learning service and provides opportunities for adults in Hertfordshire to get involved in learning within the community. They aim to collaborate with people who face barriers to education and employment such as low skills, learning or physical disabilities, and mental health conditions. Step2Skills is looking to establish a Framework Agreement with a number of Subcontractors to provide a range of adult and tailored learning opportunities to target groups within the population of Hertfordshire. This procurement is for the Framework Agreement only, year 1 Call Off will be issued early in 2025 to Subcontractors that are awarded onto the Framework Agreement. Tenderers must be included in the UK Register of Learning Providers (UKLRP) and have a valid UK Provider Reference Number (UKPRN). Organisations wishing to take part in this project are invited to "express interest" which will give access to the full procurement documents in the e-tendering system. The Framework Agreement will be awarded for an initial term of two years, with the option to extend the Framework Agreement up to two further years on an annual basis. Please note that the contract requirements will be subject to available financial resources, supplier performance and flexibility to meet changing demands. Organisations should be aware that due to the nature of the Services provided, any Framework Agreement formed as a result of this procurement process shall be executed as a deed. Organisations should seek independent legal advice on the implications of this prior to submitting their bid, where appropriate.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-02d1c070-6264-4f22-8368-845c896c3303
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/942d9e03-bc50-4b5c-9454-fcbb4c140ed7
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

80400000 - Adult and other education services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2028 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HERTFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL - ADULT CARE SERVICES
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HERTFORDSHIRE
Postcode
SG13 8DE
Post Town
Stevenage
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
East Hertfordshire
Electoral Ward
Hertford Castle
Westminster Constituency
Hertford and Stortford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
26
Supplier Names

COMMUNITIES 1ST

COMMUNITY ALLIANCE BROXBOURNE AND EAST HERTS

COMMUNITY LEARNING PARTNERSHIP

CONSTRUCTIVE FUTURES TRAINING

CREATE COMMUNITY NETWORK

DACORUM COUNCIL FOR VOLUNTARY SERVICE

DENS

EM SKILLS ENTERPRISE

GROUNDWORK HERTFORDSHIRE

HGV TRAINING SERVICES LTD (HGVC

IMPACT MENTAL HEALTH PEER SUPPORT

IMPACTFUL GOVERNANCE - COMMUNITY INTEREST

LANGLEY WATERPROOFING SYSTEMS

LEARNING CURVE GROUP

NATIONAL NUMERACY

OAKLANDS COLLEGE

PIXEL TAKEAWAY

ROMAN EDUCATION & CAREERS

SECCTA

SPECIALIST TRADE COURSE

SPS TRAINING

SSG SERVICES (EST 2003

SUNNYSIDE RURAL TRUST

WATERSIDE CONSULTANCY HERTFORDSHIRE

WATFORD WOMEN'S CENTRE

WEST HERTS COLLEGE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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