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2021_VET Toolbox - Design implement and analyse LMIS in Sierra Leone

BRITISH COUNCIL(THE)

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Award

23 Jun 2021 at 08:15

Award Notice
Tender

27 Apr 2021 at 15:20

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The British Council is seeking a consultancy service for the project titled "2021_VET Toolbox - Design implement and analyse LMIS in Sierra Leone". This initiative falls within the category of business analysis consultancy services and aims to support the Ministry of Labour and Social Security in operationalising the Labour Market Information System (LMIS). The tender process is currently in the award stage, having been published on 27 April 2021, with an end date for submissions on 11 May 2021. The procurement method is open, as it is below the threshold, and the contract is expected to run from 18 May 2021 to 30 November 2021, with a total value of £35,000 awarded to the successful bidder, the Centre for Employment Initiatives Ltd.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in technical and vocational education consultancy, particularly those with experience in designing and implementing labour market information systems. Companies that can demonstrate their capability through proven past performance and strong project management skills will be well-suited to compete in this procurement. The focus on consultancy services also indicates potential for smaller enterprises, particularly SMEs, to enter the fray and collaborate with the British Council to enhance vocational training frameworks in Sierra Leone.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

2021_VET Toolbox - Design implement and analyse LMIS in Sierra Leone

Notice Description

To support the Ministry of Labour and Social Security in Sierra Leone in completing and operationalizing the Labour Market Information System (LMIS) Consultancy opportunity for suitably qualified and experienced Technical and Vocational Education (TVET) specialist to design, implement and analyse LMIS. The project will run between April 2021 and November 2021. The work will include, desk research, designing and delivering a workshop, developing a training package, mentoring and coaching key individuals and developing a guidebook all supporting the implementation of the new LMIS. Additional information: Bidders will be required to register on British Council's e-Tendering portal In-Tend hosted at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/britishcouncil in order to take part in the tender process. Once registered, bidders must log-in to the website where they can view the project and access the bidders pack and submit their return. Bidders will also be required to demonstrate their capability and 'means of proof' will be required. These conditions are outlined in the RFP.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6027c1fc-817f-40a1-b879-1a06888d3b40
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4aca1415-b132-41cf-9f06-92b4b91d3737
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

72221000 - Business analysis consultancy services

72224000 - Project management consultancy services

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£35,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jun 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 May 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Jun 20214 years ago
Contract Period
17 Jun 2021 - 30 Nov 2021 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRITISH COUNCIL(THE)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 6BB
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE CENTRE FOR EMPLOYMENT INITIATIVES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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