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Data Apprenticeships

DVSA - DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY

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30 Jan 2025 at 13:02

Summary of the contracting process

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has completed a tender process for "Data Apprenticeships," targeting the training services industry under CPV code 80500000. The contract covers the provision of Level 3 Data Technician, Level 4 Data Analyst, and Data Engineer Apprenticeships for 33 delegates. The contract will be delivered across multiple locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the rest of the world and the United Kingdom. The award stage was completed with a contract period starting from 20 January 2025 and ending on 19 January 2028, with a total contract value of £479,750 GBP. The procurement was conducted via a selective method, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in training and educational services, particularly those capable of delivering technical apprenticeships in data-related fields. SMEs are especially encouraged to participate, given the suitability requirements. Companies with experience in advanced data training and existing infrastructure to manage and deliver training across diverse geographical locations will be well-suited for such contracts. The awarded supplier is QA Limited, indicating the standards and capabilities expected of potential bidders in similar future opportunities.

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Notice Title

Data Apprenticeships

Notice Description

For 33 delegates total, to undergo L3 Data Technician, L4 Data Analyst, and Data Engineer Apprenticeships

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e0f4991-ce20-4cb5-a71b-5aee53a8ea7e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80500000 - Training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£479,750 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£479,750 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
20 Jan 2025 - 19 Jan 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DVSA - DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS5 0DA
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Lawrence Hill
Westminster Constituency
Bristol East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

QA

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