Tender

Provision of Digital Skills Community Services in Oman

FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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23 Aug 2021 at 18:01

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office is seeking quotations for the provision of Digital Skills Community Services in Oman through an open procurement process, active since 23rd August 2021. This initiative, which is set to conclude the tender period on 6th September 2021, aims to enhance Omani cyber resilience and workforce capabilities in the cyber security sector. The contract, valued at £120,000, is classified under education and training services, and is intended to commence on 20th September 2021, continuing until 31st March 2022.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in training and capacity building within the cyber security field, especially those with experience in delivering educational programs. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as they can provide the flexible and innovative training solutions required for equipping Omani citizens with essential skills. Engaging in this project could help successful bidders expand their market presence and forge valuable partnerships in the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Digital Skills Community Services in Oman

Notice Description

The Foreign Commonwealth, and Development Office ("the Authority") invites Quotes from suitably qualified suppliers ("Potential Suppliers") to project manage and deliver the 'Digital Skills' workstrand of the UK-Oman Digital Hub programme. The workstrand comprises a number of linked but separate projects designed to increase Omani cyber resilience, develop the domestic workforce, and equip Omanis with the skills and motivation to pursue a career in cyber security. The objectives of this procurement are to: Equip Omanis with the specialist and technical skills needed to find employment in the cyber security, or related, sector; Contribute to developing national-level Cyber resilience in Oman through skills and awareness; Highlight opportunities in pursuing a career in cyber security, or related, sectors; and Demonstrate and leverage UK leadership and expertise in cyber security and identify further opportunities for the UK-Oman partnership Additional information: To download the tender documentation follow the instructions given in the description below.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69c8d0c9-ef2a-4f0a-99d6-6417f3b65f38
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
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Aug 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Sep 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Sep 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 6-12 months
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
FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
penny.brayshaw@fcdo.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AH
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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