Tender

Provision of Structured Problem Solving Training

OFFICE FOR NATIONAL STATISTICS

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Tender

22 Mar 2017 at 11:47

Summary of the contracting process

The Office for National Statistics (ONS) is inviting tenders for the "Provision of Structured Problem Solving Training," aimed at enhancing the skills of up to 35 managers and leaders within the organisation. The tender falls under the training services category and is located in Newport, Wales. Currently active, the tender process is being conducted via an open procedure, with submissions due by 24 April 2017. The contract is expected to start on 16 May 2017 and will run for two years, concluding on 16 May 2019. The budget for this procurement is set between £60,000 and £200,000.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for training service providers, particularly those with expertise in structured problem-solving methodologies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the ONS is keen to engage with innovative firms that can deliver tailored training solutions. Businesses with a strong track record in training delivery and those familiar with public sector requirements would be well-positioned to compete for this contract, which aims to foster effective policy analysis and statistical development.

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Notice Title

Provision of Structured Problem Solving Training

Notice Description

The programme of learning required is to provide a community of staff with structured problem solving methodology in two concurrent phases. Firstly, to introduce the methodology to up to 35 managers and leaders from across ONS. Secondly, to work closely with a new Public & Policy Analysis (PPA) strategy and engagement team* as they set up to embed the methodology in their working, creating a way of working that reflects an effective and efficient translation of policy issues into statistical and analytical development plans. All tender documentation can be found on the ONS' preferred e-tendering tool, known as Intend which can be accessed here; https://in-tendhost.co.uk/ons

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-069a2945-2ce4-497e-ad28-962b53fc55e3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b6eaed58-df96-40ec-a6de-fc5c7e1e20e4
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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

80500000 - Training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Mar 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Apr 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 May 2017 - 16 May 2019 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OFFICE FOR NATIONAL STATISTICS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWPORT
Postcode
NP10 8XG
Post Town
Newport
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL54 Monmouthshire and Newport
Delivery Location
TLL Wales

Local Authority
Newport
Electoral Ward
Tredegar Park and Marshfield
Westminster Constituency
Newport West and Islwyn

Further Information

Notice Documents

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