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Contract for the delivery of training packages for staff and students related to the new OfS condition of registration E6 (Harassment and Sexual Misconduct)

LIVERPOOL JOHN MOORES UNIVERSITY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

15 Apr 2025 at 13:20

Award Notice
Tender

22 Jan 2025 at 11:07

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) has awarded a contract for the delivery of training packages related to the new Office for Students (OfS) condition of registration E6, which addresses harassment and sexual misconduct. The awarded contract, valued at £122,028, went to Limeculture CIC and spans from April 15, 2025, to April 14, 2030. The training aims to educate 2,700 staff and 27,000 students initially by the end of July 2025, with ongoing training for new staff and students starting from September 2025. The procurement process was an open procedure, with the tender closing on February 20, 2025. The industry category for this contract falls under Education and Training Services (CPV code 80000000), and the procurement is classified as "below threshold," making it suitable for SMEs and VCSEs.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specializing in educational services, particularly those with expertise in training and awareness programs concerning harassment and sexual misconduct. Enterprises that can offer tailored training packages for university staff and students are well-suited to compete in such procurements. Businesses experienced in legal, compliance, and support services in educational environments could leverage this contract to expand their market presence and strengthen their reputations as leaders in fostering safe and supportive institutional environments. The comprehensive nature of the tender, addressing both staff and students’ needs, ensures multiple entry points for varied business expertise and resource capacity.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Contract for the delivery of training packages for staff and students related to the new OfS condition of registration E6 (Harassment and Sexual Misconduct)

Notice Description

The university regulator (the Office for Students - OfS) has recently announced a new condition of registration for all universities in England, which focuses on harassment and sexual misconduct. The new condition of registration follows work that was started in 2016 and follows a statement of expectation that many universities, including LJMU, have been working to since 2020. The new condition of registration expects that all universities will have embedded good practice in place for the 1st August 2025. This has now been awarded to Limeculture CIC One of the key aspects of this condition is the delivery and availability of training and awareness for staff and students on harassment and sexual misconduct, and LJMU will be required to roll this training out to all 2,700 staff and 27,000 students in the first instance. We expect to deliver the training in the first period (to the end of July 2025) to all relevant individuals and then from September 2025 to roll out to new students and staff as they start at the university with a 3-year refresher/renewal period for staff. The tender is split into two parts and organisations are able to tender for either staff or student training provision or both. Please indicate on your submitted documentation whether it applies to a) staff; b) students; c) both staff and students. The training is required to cover the following areas: Lot One - Staff Background to this condition of registration Detail on what is required of the university to comply with the condition. Legal background if applicable Bystander training First disclosure guidance Understand Report and Support for themselves and students. Understand the services and support available within the institution. Signpost staff to support services. Lot Two - Students Background to the condition of registration Legal background if applicable Relevant elements of Consent training Relevant elements of Bystander training How to report and seek support, both from the university and/or from external specialist agencies Full details in tender pack Additional information: Please register on In-tend to access the documents - do not make direct contact with the - as we cannot guarantee a response This Procurement is now closed , and has been awarded

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-aa903bf0-491f-43e7-8008-b1dd3f93738f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a22d7789-53ba-4aaf-9677-b0e91ba93b21
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£122,028 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
14 Apr 2025 - 14 Apr 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LIVERPOOL JOHN MOORES UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L2 2QP
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
City Centre North
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LIMECULTURE

Further Information

Notice Documents

Notice URLs

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