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Project_4925 - DfE - Skills Bootcamps Lot 1 - Digital - con_10560

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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17 Aug 2021 at 14:41

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is led by the Department for Education and involves the contract titled "Project_4925 - DfE - Skills Bootcamps Lot 1 - Digital," focused on delivering digital skills training across multiple regions in England. This tender falls under the education and training services category, with an awarded value of £641,356. The procurement method employed is an accelerated open procedure, and the contract period commenced on 2nd August 2021 and extends until 23rd September 2022. Key procurement activities included a tender period that ended on 12th February 2021, indicating a fast-paced selection process to identify suitable suppliers.

This opportunity is particularly beneficial for businesses specialising in education and training services, especially those offering digital skills development and technical training. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary or community sector enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to consider participation, as the procurement framework is designed to support diverse suppliers. Companies with capacity in delivering educational programmes and a deep understanding of the digital landscape could leverage this tender to enhance their market presence and service delivery within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Project_4925 - DfE - Skills Bootcamps Lot 1 - Digital - con_10560

Notice Description

To design, develop and implement delivery of Digital Skills Bootcamps across England as defined in the issued requirement specification.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/42df8400-300b-499d-a912-a81bff9536af
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Accelerated Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

80400000 - Adult and other education services

80531200 - Technical training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£641,356 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£641,356 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Aug 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Feb 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Jul 20214 years ago
Contract Period
1 Aug 2021 - 23 Sep 2022 1-2 years
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
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
David Bussey
Contact Email
david.bussey@education.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3BT
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UPSKILL DIGITAL

Further Information

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