Tender

Adult Learning and Skills Framework

WEST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Tender

11 Dec 2024 at 13:01

Tender

05 Dec 2024 at 12:06

Tender

29 Nov 2024 at 16:22

Summary of the contracting process

West Sussex County Council has initiated the "Adult Learning and Skills Framework" procurement process under the Light Touch Regime (LTR). This open procedure aims to create a framework for adult and other education services within the South East region of the United Kingdom, specifically targeting Chichester (postal code PO19 1RQ). The tender period extends until 26 November 2032, and the contract will run from 27 November 2032 to 28 November 2032. The procurement is active with an estimated value between £40,000,000 and £80,000,000 GBP, and it covers services under the CPV classification 80400000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in adult education and skills development. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, as the procurement process has been designed with their suitability in mind. Engaging in this framework can provide long-term growth by securing stable contracts over a substantial period, thereby allowing businesses to plan and scale their operations effectively. Companies interested in contributing innovative and effective educational services will find this tender well-suited to their capabilities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Adult Learning and Skills Framework

Notice Description

Creation of a new open Framework using Light Touch Regime (LTR) For Adult Learning and Skills. Please follow this link to register and apply https://atamis-7669.my.site.com/s/Welcome

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/7ed83287-3273-455b-befd-6fbf03e2d385
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80400000 - Adult and other education services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Dec 202412 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Nov 20327 years to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
27 Nov 2032 - 28 Nov 2032 30 days
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
WEST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Lucy Kelly
Contact Email
bsdprocurement@westsussex.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CHICHESTER
Postcode
PO19 1RQ
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ27 West Sussex (South West)
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Chichester
Electoral Ward
Chichester Central
Westminster Constituency
Chichester

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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