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Provision of Accreditation of Level 5 in Data Analytics

OFFICE FOR NATIONAL STATISTICS

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10 Aug 2017 at 11:00

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Office for National Statistics (ONS) is currently seeking bids for the "Provision of Accreditation of Level 5 in Data Analytics". This procurement falls under the education and training services industry category and is located in Newport, Gwent, United Kingdom. The procurement is at the tender stage, with proposals required to be submitted by 22nd August 2017. The estimated contract value is £50,000, with a minimum value of £5,000, and the contract period will commence on 1st September 2017 and run until 31st August 2019. The procurement method used for this tender is an open procedure.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in educational services, particularly those with experience in accreditation processes and delivering training modules in data analytics. Companies that can offer robust examination and accreditation services aligned with academic standards would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging with the ONS in this capacity can also enhance a company's reputation and lead to further opportunities in the public sector education market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Accreditation of Level 5 in Data Analytics

Notice Description

ONS is seeking to appoint a provider to accredit a series of learning modules to support the development of analysts across government. The modules are based on the accredited former RSS Higher programme split into six modules, offered as a level 5 scheme that aligns with the recognised career pathway for statistical analysts. The titles are as follows and the module content (copyright owned by ONS) is provided as appendices o Module 1 - Data collection and interpretation o Module 2 - Probability models o Module 3 - Basic statistical methods o Module 4 - Linear models o Module 7 - Time series and index numbers o Module 8 - Survey sampling and estimation The programme is run over two years, with three modules per academic year. All sessions will be run by ONS staff, and we will provide the assignments and examination invigilation (under direction from the accrediting body). The supplier will be required to set level 5 examinations, mark examinations and provide a valid accreditation to students who pass, identifying any necessary adjustments within the content to bring the modules in line with academic requirements. Additional information: Via the In-Tend Portal Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/89901427-34dc-449d-8e37-4a4a4922a29f
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

80300000 - Higher education services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Aug 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Aug 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2017 - 31 Aug 2019 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
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
GWENT
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Newport
Electoral Ward
Tredegar Park and Marshfield
Westminster Constituency
Newport West and Islwyn

Further Information

Notice Documents

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