Tender

Provision of Level 2 Maths & English Qualifications

UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA

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Tender

03 Aug 2017 at 08:17

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Cumbria is seeking tenders for the provision of Level 2 Maths and English Qualifications as part of its strategic development for Higher and Degree Level Apprenticeships. This procurement is classified under the Education and training services industry and is currently in the Tender stage. The tender was published on 3rd August 2017, with the submission deadline set for 1st September 2017. The contract is expected to commence on 30th September 2017 and conclude on 29th September 2020, with a total estimated value of £200,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in educational services, particularly those offering functional skills training in Maths and English. Companies with experience in providing qualifications tailored for non-traditional learners may find this tender particularly well-suited to their capabilities. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as there is no indication of a preference towards larger providers, thereby fostering a more competitive environment for a diverse range of applicants.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Level 2 Maths & English Qualifications

Notice Description

The University of Cumbria's strategic plan from 2017 onwards sees the provision of Higher and Degree Level Apprenticeships (HDLAs) as a priority area for development. Apprenticeship standards require that all apprentices should have a minimum level of Maths and English qualification (Currently either GCSE grade A-C or Functional Skills Level 2). Central Government changes to rules regarding eligibility for involvement in HDLAs, allows employers to place existing staff who may have work experience but no formal qualifications onto an apprenticeship. With the broadening of access to apprenticeships, it is anticipated that application for places on these courses may come from non-traditional learners who do not hold the required Maths and English qualifications. The University's learning provision is delivered at Level 4 or above and consequently, it plans to subcontract delivery of Maths and English function skills at level 2 and potentially level 3 or GCSE should the apprenticeship standard require this, to providers who have experience of delivering these courses. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d1e03837-d39f-4cc3-aa6f-2ce9a82792a9
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
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
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Aug 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Sep 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Sep 2017 - 29 Sep 2020 3-4 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
UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA
Contact Name
Brett Dixon
Contact Email
brett.dixon@cumbria.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01228 616265

Buyer Location

Locality
CUMBRIA
Postcode
CA1 2HH
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD13 Cumberland
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Carlisle

Further Information

Notice Documents

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