Tender

Regulated Awarding Organisation for Choices College

NHS ENGLAND

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Tender

05 Nov 2024 at 13:02

Tender

05 Nov 2024 at 13:02

Summary of the contracting process

NHS England is soliciting bids through an open procedure to procure a regulated awarding organisation for Choices College, a post-16 institution specialising in functional skills development. The tender, classified under 'Education and training services,' involves delivering Functional Skills qualifications in English, mathematics, and ICT, along with curriculum resources and assessment materials. The contract is valued at £39,006.74 and spans from 9 December 2024 to 9 December 2027, with an extension option of 3+1+1 years. The procurement stage is currently active, with a tender period ending on 19 November 2024. The contractor must adhere to standards set by OFQUAL, the Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA), and local authorities. The delivery locations include the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and the rest of the world. Interested parties should express their interest via the Atamis e-sourcing portal.

This tender opens significant opportunities for businesses specialising in educational services and assessment. It is particularly well-suited for SMEs that can meet regulatory standards and provide reliable, standardised assessment services. By securing this contract, businesses can expand their service portfolio, enhance their reputation in the education sector, and secure a steady revenue stream for up to five years. Ensuring continuity with national qualification standards will help the successful bidder reinforce their status as a key player in the educational services market.

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Notice Title

Regulated Awarding Organisation for Choices College

Notice Description

NHS England is seeking to procure a regulated awarding organisation for Choices College, a specialist post-16 institution focused on functional skills development. The provider will support the delivery of Functional Skills qualifications, including curriculum resources and assessment materials, under a 3+1+1 contract term. The supplier must meet regulatory standards set by OFQUAL, the Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA), and local authorities. The awarded organisation will be responsible for delivering standardised assessments in key areas such as English, mathematics, and ICT, helping the college meet funding and educational requirements. The chosen supplier must demonstrate the ability to offer reliable assessment services, ensuring continuity and alignment with national qualification standards. To express interest and access the Tender Documentation please use the link below and view opportunities: https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome Additional information: To express interest and participate in the tender, please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. Should Tenderers have any queries, or having problems using the portal, they should contact Helpdesk at: Phone: 0800 9956035 E-mail: support-health@atamis.co.uk

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-19b221ca-e8e7-4114-be81-8b993484f781
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9e7c208b-233f-4170-a786-35540c081180
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 (below 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
£39,006 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Dec 2024 - 9 Dec 2027 3-4 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
NHS ENGLAND
Contact Name
Workforce Commercial Team
Contact Email
england.workforcecommercialteam@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 8UG
Post Town
South East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI45 Lambeth
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

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