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LPS CORP - Provision of Apprenticeship Levy Training and Assessment Providers - RFQ 15281947

LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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14 Apr 2021 at 09:22

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Lancashire County Council is inviting tenders for the "Provision of Apprenticeship Levy Training and Assessment Providers - RFQ 15281947". This procurement falls under the education and training services category and aims to establish a framework that will be active in the North West region of England. The Invitation to Tender (ITT) is currently at the active stage, with submissions due by 18th May 2021. The awarded contracts are expected to commence on 1st September 2021 for an initial period of 24 months, with a potential extension of up to an additional 24 months. The minimum contract value is £1,625,000, while the total value is set at £6,500,000. This procurement process follows a selective procurement method, specifically a restricted procedure above thresholds.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses operating in the education and training sector, particularly those listed on the Education and Skills Funding Agency's Register of Apprenticeship Training Providers. Companies that can provide training and assessment in this area are well-positioned to engage in the bidding process, as they can submit proposals for up to five lots out of the sixteen available. The framework's structure allows for flexibility and expansion, making it an attractive opportunity for specialized training providers looking to enhance their market presence and build long-term partnerships with a key public sector buyer.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

LPS CORP - Provision of Apprenticeship Levy Training and Assessment Providers - RFQ 15281947

Notice Description

LCC is inviting tenders on the terms set out in the ITT for the provision of Apprenticeship Levy Training and Assessment Providers. The Invitation to Tender stage is restricted to those organisations listed on the ESFA (Education and Skills Funding Agency) RoATP (Register of Apprenticeship Training Providers) as a Main Provider. The framework will be split into 16 main lots. Bidders are invited to bid for one or more main lots as detailed within the tender documentation, up to a maximum of 5 lots. It is envisaged that the framework will commence on or around the 01st of September 2021 and will be let for an initial period of 24 months, with an option to extend the framework beyond the initial term to a maximum period of a further 24 months. Additional information: The framework will be split into 16 main lots. Bidders are invited to bid for one or more main lots as detailed within the tender documentation, up to a maximum of 5 lots. It is envisaged that the framework will commence on or around the 01st of September 2021 and will be let for an initial period of 24 months, with an option to extend the framework beyond the initial term to a maximum period of a further 24 months.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/11e597cf-e5d8-4f2c-adf2-e6e08b56f5f1
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Apr 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 May 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2021 - 30 Aug 2023 1-2 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
LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PRESTON
Postcode
PR1 0LD
Post Town
Preston
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD45 Mid Lancashire
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Preston
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Preston

Further Information

Notice Documents

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