Tender

Multiply Coaching, Employment and In Work Service

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL

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11 Jul 2022 at 10:39

Tender Notice
Tender

10 Jul 2022 at 22:43

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Suffolk County Council is currently soliciting tenders for the "Multiply Coaching, Employment and In Work Service", with an estimated contract value of £2,550,000 over a period of 2 years and 8 months, subject to a potential 24-month extension, contingent on funding availability. The tender submission deadline is set for 12 noon on Thursday, 4th August 2022, and clarification questions must be submitted by Wednesday, 20th July 2022. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically focusing on guidance and counselling services, and adheres to the Open procedure within the Light Touch Regime. The services are intended to assist adults aged 19 and over, particularly targeting those who have not attained a Level 2 qualification in Numeracy and will be delivered in Suffolk.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the training and welfare services sectors to expand their portfolio, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that have relevant experience in delivering innovative coaching and employment services. Bidders can propose for any or all lots, making this an inclusive opportunity that encourages diverse solutions to meet the needs of the target demographic. Companies with a proven track record in educational support and workforce development will find this tender particularly well-suited to their capabilities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Multiply Coaching, Employment and In Work Service

Notice Description

Suffolk County Council are currently out to tender for the provision of Multiply Coaching, Employment and In Work Service. This opportunity is available in the 'Current Tenders' area of portal. Interested parties are invited to express their interest to gain full access to the tender documentation. Procurement Policy Note 09/21 requires us to calculate the value of contracts inclusive of VAT, however we can advertise them exclusive of VAT. The advertised value here is PS4,500,000 exclusive of VAT. Please note that the contract value is PS2,550,000 for the period of the contract (2 years and 8 months). There is potential for up to a 24 month extension period if any funding becomes available (note this funding is currently not available), if additional funding is available for the potential extension period the total contract value will be PS4,500,000. The deadline date for submissions of the tender is 12 noon on Thursday 4th August 2022. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted The deadline for clarification questions is Wednesday 20th July 2022 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website Additional information: Suffolk County Council Skills Team intends to appoint provider(s) with relevant experience and a proven track record to deliver the following innovative and varied services for the period of 1st November 2022 to 31st July 2025. Each service will work with adults 19+, with no upper age limit and who have not achieved a Level 2 qualification in Numeracy. This Open with negotiation procurement complies with the Light Touch Regime Open procedure, please see the ITT documentation for further information. Bidders may bid for any of the Lots, a combination of Lots or all Lots. Bids over the specified amount detailed against each Lot will not be considered. 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/c92ec5d7-6575-4975-b67a-f86c462dc6ba
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

80500000 - Training services

85312300 - Guidance and counselling services

85312400 - Welfare services not delivered through residential institutions

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jul 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Aug 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2022 - 31 Jul 2025 2-3 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
SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SUFFOLK
Postcode
IP1 2BX
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH62 Ipswich
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Ipswich
Electoral Ward
Gipping
Westminster Constituency
Ipswich

Further Information

Notice Documents

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