Tender

Provision of a Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship in Data Science - England

OFFICE FOR NATIONAL STATISTICS

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

TenderAmendment

07 Mar 2019 at 16:08

Tender

22 Feb 2019 at 14:42

Planning

13 Dec 2018 at 16:20

Summary of the contracting process

The Office for National Statistics, on behalf of the Government Statistical Service (GSS) in England, is conducting a procurement process for a Framework Agreement titled "Provision of a Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship in Data Science - England." This active tender falls under the education and training services category and is being implemented using an open procurement method. The tender period concludes on 29 March 2019, with the contract set to commence on 15 April 2019, potentially lasting three years, with options to extend for three additional one-year periods. The contract will be available for all UK public sector bodies, which includes various governmental and local authority entities throughout England.

This tender offers significant business opportunities, especially for providers of degree apprenticeships and educational services in data science and computer science. The selected training provider will play a crucial role in shaping the future workforce of the GSS, anticipated to employ about 50 apprentices in the initial phase with the possibility of growth in subsequent years. Companies with experience in delivering similar educational programmes and those that can accommodate diverse learner needs across multiple locations in England will find themselves well-suited to compete for this contract.

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Notice Title

Provision of a Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship in Data Science - England

Notice Description

The Office for National Statistics, on behalf of the Government Statistical Service (GSS) in England are working to establish a single supplier Framework Agreement for Data Science Integrated Degree Apprenticeships. The Government Statistics (GSS) Service is one of the Civil Service Professions and is a community for all civil servants working in the collection, production and communication of official statistics. https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/civil-service-government-statistical-service The GSS recognises that investing in people and offering high-quality apprenticeships will enable it to grow an engaged and committed workforce that has the right skills to deliver a high-quality service to its end users. The Data Science Apprenticeship entry route is seen as a vital route into the GSS profession, allowing people from all backgrounds to study data science to degree level while working amongst and learning from experienced professionals across Government. Through this Framework Agreement, it is the GSS' intention to form an enduring professional relationship with a single apprenticeships training provider to deliver all of the Data Science Integrated Degree Apprenticeship Training for GSS member organisations across England. Current indications are that approximately 50 apprentices will be recruited for August 2019 starts, with potential to grow in subsequent years. The Framework Agreement will be available for use by UK public sector bodies (and any future successors to these organisations), which include Central Government Departments and their Arm's Length Bodies and Agencies, Non-Departmental Public Bodies, NHS Bodies and Local Authorities. Framework Duration: The duration of the Framework Agreement is three (3) years with the right to extend for up to three (3) successive periods of 12 months (on a +1, +1, +1 basis), each at the option of the Authority. Tender Requirements: Please note the following mandatory requirements for all Suppliers bidding on this requirement: * Experience in delivery of degree apprenticeships; * Experience in delivery of Data Science / Computer Science degree programmes; * Ability to deliver programme content to a variety of locations across England; * Supplier must be on the Register of Apprenticeship Training Providers (RoATP); * Able to demonstrate commitment to supporting individual learner needs; * Have an online system available for learners to monitor, track and complete learning. Additional information: Only bids submitted via ONS' e-tendering portal, In-Tend, will be permitted. Therefore, any suppliers wishing to bid for this opportunity must be registered on In-Tend. To register, please follow this link: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/ons/aspx/Home Once registered, please send an email to both contacts listed below and confirm your registered company name. We will then attach you to the project for you to view and download the tender documents. Contacts: Jessica Payne: jessica.payne @ons.gov.uk

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8e793bf5-6d8d-4a62-862e-bfdb44012907
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/90aa7756-aaad-4b9b-a3ab-1e97a7215bca
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

80430000 - Adult-education services at university level

80500000 - 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
7 Mar 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Mar 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
14 Jan 2019Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Apr 2019 - 14 Apr 2022 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OFFICE FOR NATIONAL STATISTICS
Contact Name
Jessica Payne
Contact Email
jessica.payne@ons.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWPORT
Postcode
NP10 8XG
Post Town
Newport
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL54 Monmouthshire and Newport
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Newport
Electoral Ward
Tredegar Park and Marshfield
Westminster Constituency
Newport West and Islwyn

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