Planning

DfE Dynamic Purchasing System for Skills Bootcamps

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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Planning

14 Apr 2022 at 16:42

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education (DfE) is initiating a dynamic purchasing system (DPS) for Skills Bootcamps, with a total indicative value of approximately £1.5 billion, aimed at enhancing adult skills education across various regions in the United Kingdom. Currently in the planning stage, the engagement end date is set for 25th May 2022, with key events for supplier feedback scheduled for 27th April 2022 and the following engagement on 25th May 2022. The procurement process focuses on education and training services, catering to a comprehensive range of areas including North East, North West, London, and the South East, among others.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses involved in education and training services, particularly those equipped to deliver Skills Bootcamps. The DfE is actively seeking suppliers to foster a strong, ongoing relationship in the context of adult education. Businesses well-suited to compete include small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that can engage in innovative training solutions and demonstrate capacity for collaboration with DfE on the Skills Bootcamps initiative.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DfE Dynamic Purchasing System for Skills Bootcamps

Notice Description

DfE is seeking to engage with suppliers who are interested in delivering Skills Bootcamps, building on successful delivery to date and as the third wave of Skills Bootcamps moves toward delivery. DfE are currently proposing to launch a dynamic purchasing system (DPS) for a duration of up to 6 years with a value of approximately PS1.5bn to support DfE's Skills Bootcamps. DfE is focusing on Skills Bootcamps within the wider adult skills agenda and envisages significant and regular requirements for the procurement of Skills Bootcamps. Therefore, DfE wishes to streamline the process and have a close and ongoing relationship with suppliers. For more information, please visit the following link: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010107-2022 This is an indicative value of the DfE Dynamic Purchasing System for Skills Bootcamps. The Department for Education (DfE) is not guaranteeing or committing to any specific value. This PIN is for market engagement only. It does not signify the commencement of any procurement process and does not constitute any commitment by DfE. If DfE decides to commence any procurement process(es) as contemplated by this notice, a separate notice(s) will be published at the relevant time. How DfE will engage with the market? DfE is planning to hold two separate virtual market engagement events. Event 1 - 27th April 2022 (11AM-12PM) This first event invites any suppliers whose service offering potentially matches DfE's requirements for Skills Bootcamps to achieve the following outcomes: 1. To explain what DfE is considering to bring to market 2. To outline DfE's initial approach to DPS categories and how the call-off mechanism will work including the use of potential filters. 3. Invite suppliers' feedback on the approach. To book your attendance (max. two per organisation), please use this link to register via Microsoft Teams: https://teams.microsoft.com/registration/yXfS-grGoU2187O4s0qC-Q,Q2MeLE7NpEyk_tFCMOltVA,Vh11K2U3G0WaOWXIphN0bQ,IPdyeG3oOkavMEJShOIwdw,SM4MM95ROE2U1ua7IEiVOA,C64VOQm3s02BjoW3TKt1vw?mode=read&tenantId=fad277c9-c60a-4da1-b5f3-b3b8b34a82f9 Event 2 - 25th May 2022 (11AM - 12:30PM) DfE intend to present the following topics at Event 2: 1. Approach to evaluation (both SQ & ITT) 2. Payment mechanism 3. Performance measures 4. Qualification onto the DPS 5. Categories & filters 6. Update on call-off competition timelines To book your attendance (max. two per organisation), please use this link to register via Microsoft Teams: https://teams.microsoft.com/registration/yXfS-grGoU2187O4s0qC-Q,Q2MeLE7NpEyk_tFCMOltVA,Vh11K2U3G0WaOWXIphN0bQ,kqLh_PBlxkmqkpd2zY-FvA,P74icpgza0W4ColO34WBpg,M7LMPd_npEG7ZI8_8TP56Q?mode=read&tenantId=fad277c9-c60a-4da1-b5f3-b3b8b34a82f9 The events will be delivered via Microsoft Teams and recordings will be made available for those unable to attend. Additional information: Following Event 1 (27/4/22), please use the below link to complete the Event 1 follow-up questionnaire. Please note that the follow-up questionnaire will become active on 27/4/22. https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=yXfS-grGoU2187O4s0qC-dzy4Cxt-FlHpG2Q4kPpAC9UQ01YNVA2RldHMjRHMVpCT1JFNzZPSlA1UC4u

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8b628844-090f-4b1e-b8ee-0f0bce43578b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a6c9abbc-84f3-4e68-927c-c0144d45a934
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Apr 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
25 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
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
skillsbootcamps.dps@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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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