Planning

Supply of an Apprenticeship System

UNIVERSITY OF DERBY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Planning

11 Jul 2022 at 10:38

Market Engagement Notice
Planning

06 Jul 2022 at 07:31

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Derby is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process for the "Supply of an Apprenticeship System," aimed at enhancing its apprenticeship offerings from levels 2 to 7 across various sectors. This process is significant for software providers in the education industry looking to support the University’s compliance with external bodies such as the Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA). Key milestones include an engagement end date of 8th August 2022, with the goal for system implementation and training set for July 2023. Providers interested in this opportunity should express their interest before the deadline and are encouraged to register on the University’s e-procurement system.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for technology companies specializing in apprenticeship management systems, educational software, and compliance tracking solutions. Businesses that can offer either an end-to-end system capable of supporting the complete apprenticeship journey or specific modules addressing various aspects of the process would be well-suited to compete. Engaging with the University of Derby may facilitate valuable partnerships, expand client bases within the education sector, and contribute to the growth of apprenticeship programmes throughout the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of an Apprenticeship System

Notice Description

The University of Derby is a large provider of apprenticeships from levels 2 - level 7. Apprenticeships are offered in a wide variety of sectors on a wide variety of Standards. The University has run apprenticeship programmes since 2014, and over that time has implemented a range of systems in order to onboard, track and see the successful achievement of apprenticeships. Sometimes these systems have been prescribed by professional bodies we work with. As the University is seeking to develop and further grow its apprenticeship programmes, with the compliance requirements from external bodies (such as ESFA), an exercise to explore what systems are available, and which could be of benefit to the University to support this growth. Initially, the University would like to hear from providers of apprenticeship systems about their offering to explore how it could be of benefit to the University. Those completing this exercise will be invited in to talk to the University. Software providers can express their offering either as: * an end-to-end system which can support apprentice on boarding, E portfolio and can manage external and integrated end point assessment; or * detail how they provide a system that supports any element of the apprentice journey. The University currently produces its ILR through ProSolution and Higher and Degree apprentices are also enrolled on PeopleSoft. The University wants to know how the systems: * demonstrate compliance with the latest version of funding rules * ensure that there is security in any audit that the University may undergo * enable the University to provide evidence for Ofsted inspections The system is required to be implemented and fully mobilised including all training by July 2023. To express your interest and to discuss the opportunity please email denise.china@derby.ac.uk before the closing date of this PIN notice. It would also be beneficial if you could register, if not already, on our e-procurement system Oracle. Link below. https://www.derby.ac.uk/services/finance/procurement-suppliers-and-tendering/supplier-info/supplier-registration-for-companies/

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b964a783-9528-4300-9d4e-610e74ea270d
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

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
Not specified
Future Notice Date
8 Aug 2022Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF DERBY
Contact Name
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DERBY
Postcode
DE22 1GB
Post Town
Derby
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF11 Derby
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Derby
Electoral Ward
Allestree
Westminster Constituency
Mid Derbyshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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