Planning

Prior Information Notice (PIN) for the requirement of a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Framework Agreement

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Planning

13 Apr 2022 at 15:40

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has issued a Prior Information Notice (PIN) for a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Framework Agreement aimed at providing workshops and design programmes for young people aged 9-14. This procurement is currently in the Planning stage, with an engagement end date set for 13th May 2022. The workshops will take place both face-to-face and virtually across the United Kingdom and some overseas locations, aiming to reach a significant number of participants with a planned delivery of up to 150 workshops each year. The industry category is defined under "Other community, social and personal services," and the Framework will be valid for five years, allowing successful bidders to participate in future requirements through a "Call-Off" or "Mini Competition."

This tender presents a unique opportunity for businesses specialising in educational services, particularly those with experience in STEM-related workshops, curriculum development, and youth engagement initiatives. Companies that focus on coding, robotics, or other relevant areas, especially those that can effectively cater to a diverse demographic, including women and socially disadvantaged groups, will find this opportunity well-suited for growth. By participating in the upcoming market engagement event on 3rd May 2022, interested suppliers can showcase their capabilities and establish connections within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Prior Information Notice (PIN) for the requirement of a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Framework Agreement

Notice Description

*Please note this is not a call for competition, this is a Prior Information Notice (PIN) for a Science, Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Framework* This is a Prior Information Notice (PIN) by MOD Air Commercial to inform potential suppliers of the requirement to introduce a Framework for Science, Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) workshops and design programmes for young people aged 9-14. Both the workshop and design elements will support the RAF Youth & STEM's objectives to inspire a future generation to study STEM subjects at GCSE and develop a more diverse and skilled future talent pool to address the national STEM skills shortage. The shortage is particularly acute among women and the socially disadvantaged - both areas that are specifically targeted by the RAF Youth & STEM programme. It is expected that up to 150 STEM workshops will be required to be delivered each year both face to face and virtually with half day and full day options made available. Workshops will need to be delivered throughout the United Kingdom and at overseas locations (tbc). Workshops and STEM resources will need to be curriculum mapped and be linked to the following topics: - Coding - Robotics - Cyber - Forces - Principles of Flight - Mindsets - Energy - Space - Electronics - Net Zero The Framework will be made available to all UK contracting authorities and be valid for 5 years. Successful bidders will have the opportunity to apply for future requirements through "Call-Off" or "Mini Competition". To establish supplier interest, a Market Engagement event will be held at RAF Cranwell on 3rd May 2022. The closing date to express interest in this market engagement event is 28th April 2022. To register your interest please contact lara.elliott121@mod.gov.uk or emma.clamp879@mod.gov.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5608f73a-f9ba-44c5-a56c-d9a217ed2473
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Apr 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
13 May 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
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HIGH WYCOMBE
Postcode
HP14 4UE
Post Town
Hemel Hempstead
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ13 Buckinghamshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Buckinghamshire
Electoral Ward
Ridgeway West
Westminster Constituency
Mid Buckinghamshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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