Tender

Independent Alternative Provision re-opening September 2021

WEST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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20 Dec 2021 at 10:31

Tender Notice
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05 Oct 2021 at 16:11

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The West Sussex County Council (WSCC) is initiating a tender process for the project titled "Independent Alternative Provision re-opening September 2021". This procurement falls under the education sector and is classified under the CPV code for education and training services, specifically special education services. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with an open procedure being followed. The deadline for submitting tenders is 28 February 2026, while the contract period is scheduled to commence on 1 March 2026 and conclude on 2 March 2026. The minimum contract value is set at £12 million, with a total estimated value of £13 million, and the services will be delivered in the South East region, specifically in West Sussex, UK.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in educational services, particularly those specialising in alternative education provisions. Companies offering early intervention, vocational training, online tutoring, and support for complex learners may find this an advantageous bid. Unlike traditional education providers, potential bidders can include organisations from private, public, and third sectors that demonstrate the necessary qualifications and capability to provide these specialised educational services. The open nature of the procurement method enables a wide range of participants to compete, fostering a more competitive environment conducive to innovative service delivery.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Independent Alternative Provision re-opening September 2021

Notice Description

A pseudo-dynamic purchasing system (DPS) for the provision of Independent Alternative Provision, as further described in Document No. 2 (The Specification) is being tendered by WSCC in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (PCR 2015). The Invitation to Participate (ITP) is issued by West Sussex County Council (WSCC) to seek and identify suitably qualified and interested organisations from the private, public and third (voluntary, community and charitable) sector for the provision of Independent Alternative Provision of Education. This Service encompasses: 1. Early Intervention and Prevention; 2. Vocational Opportunities (including post 16 provision); 3. Interim provision for learners waiting an education placement or who have been excluded; 4. Online Tutoring (also known as blended package); 5. Complex Learners. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-65b1c9db-68d3-4bbf-a035-24044059e0e6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f0127be4-5f30-4e87-9d10-6d8e4fe62a58
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
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

80340000 - Special education services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£13,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Dec 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Feb 20264 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 2 Mar 2026 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WEST SUSSEX
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

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