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A Flexible Approach to the delivery of Level 2 & 3 land-based qualifications, for those already work

LANDEX 'LAND BASED COLLEGES ASPIRING TO EXCELLENCE'

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Tender

16 Aug 2018 at 16:45

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by Landex 'Land Based Colleges Aspiring to Excellence', seeks tenders for a project titled "A Flexible Approach to the delivery of Level 2 & 3 land-based qualifications, for those already work". This project falls under the services category and focuses on the development of online courses in the horticulture field, with a total funding of £165,000 available. The tender is currently at the open procedural stage and must be submitted by 12th September 2018, while the contract itself will commence on 15th October 2018 and run until 31st March 2019. The tender is particularly relevant for businesses specialising in web server software development services, noted under CPV code 72212222.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in digital educational content development, particularly those with a proven track record in creating online courses and materials on platforms like Moodle. Companies that possess expertise in digital pedagogical techniques, online enrolment processes, and learner management systems are well-suited to compete. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, given that the project aims to support their involvement in delivering innovative educational materials within the horticultural training sector.

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Notice Title

A Flexible Approach to the delivery of Level 2 & 3 land-based qualifications, for those already work

Notice Description

Landex and 15 of our members are pleased to invite tenders for the services required for the delivery of a Department for Education Flexible Learning Fund Pilot. A technology partner is sought to support subject matter experts in the digital authoring of existing subject content to produce two flexible online courses. The selected partner will be able to demonstrate the vision and flare for start to finish production and innovate approaches to designing engaging learning materials. Working collaboratively with the appropriate awarding body representative, project lead, and course development steering group. Your digital expertise will shape and mould the design of two programmes for final delivery by 31st March 2019. There is 165,000GBP funding available to enable you to conduct testing and research into creating materials that deliver the content as per the course specification - using the latest digital pedagogical techniques to produce a new way for learners to complete their desired qualification. Materials will be hosted on a Moodle Platform; the successful partner should have expertise in the design of materials and courses on Moodle or similar Learner Management Systems. Knowledge of online enrolment processes and user data capture will also be a distinct advantage. Details of the two qualifications for which we require materials development are listed below. 1. City & Guilds - Level 2 Certificate of Competence in the Safe and Responsible Use of Vete...HS Level 3 Certificate in Practical Horticulture Purpose of this qualification The Level 3 Certificate in Practical Horticulture focuses on developing the essential basic horticultural skills. These not only offer opportunities for employment but provide the foundation for further skills development at levels 2 and 3. By carefully focusing on key essential skills, it has been possible to develop a practical qualification that can be studied on a part-time basis, either during the day or in the evening. RHS theoretical and practical qualifications are offered separately to provide maximum flexibility to candidates, providers and employers. Learners must achieve the four mandatory units and one of the optional units. Please see the qualification specification for the module content of the units. Certification module title Mandatory Units R3121 Level 3 - Collecting and testing of soil samples and specifying adjustments for horticulture R3122 Level 3 - Collecting, preparing and propagating from seed 3 Unit reference number F/601/7684 R3123 Level 3 - Establishing and maintaining a range of plant types and forms R3124 Level 3 - Identification of a range of common garden plants, weeds, pests, diseases and disorders Optional Units R3125 Level 3 - Planning, collecting, preparing and establishing propagation material R3126 Level 3 - Management of green spaces, landscaped areas and ornamental gardens See Qualification Specification January 2018 for more details.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6a3243db-4c44-4311-925c-082372396ec2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/49079e78-49b4-4e80-9214-2cf06e28233c
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

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


CPV Codes

48222000 - Web server software package

48224000 - Web page editing software package

72212222 - Web server software development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£165,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Aug 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Sep 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Oct 2018 - 31 Mar 2019 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LANDEX 'LAND BASED COLLEGES ASPIRING TO EXCELLENCE'
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHAMPTON
Postcode
NN2 7AL
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF24 West Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
West Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Kingsthorpe South
Westminster Constituency
Northampton North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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