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Essex Opportunities Platform

ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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13 Mar 2024 at 09:44

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Summary of the contracting process

The Essex County Council has completed the tender process for the design of an information, advice, and guidance Portal related to employment and skills. The contract, titled "Essex Opportunities Platform," falls under the services category with a contract value of £42,000. The procurement method used was selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period ended on 3rd March 2024, and the contract is set to start on 4th March 2024 and end on 3rd March 2025. The buying organisation, Essex County Council, based in Chelmsford, England, is seeking to support SMEs and young people in making informed decisions regarding skills and recruitment.

This procurement presents an opportunity for businesses, particularly service providers specializing in software packages and information systems, to engage with Essex County Council. SMEs and VCSEs are suitable for this contract. Companies interested in providing solutions to promote apprenticeships and workplace training could benefit from competing in this tender. The nature of the contract and the focus on supporting SMEs make it well-suited for businesses looking to contribute to skills development initiatives and enhance opportunities for young people in the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Essex Opportunities Platform

Notice Description

Essex County Council has procured the design for an information, advice and guidance Portal (the "Portal") for employment and skills. The Portal will be a tool to help promote opportunities for young people to embark on apprenticeships, traineeships and workplace training, particularly at higher skill levels such as advanced apprenticeships and degree apprenticeships. A number of resources will be available for students, parents and teachers to find out more about the different options on offer and including links to amazing apprenticeship website, AIM apprenticeships and Apprenticeship Ambassador Network. The Portal will provide information that will support SMEs to make more informed decisions with regards to their skills and recruitment.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-bb3b5f03-06d3-4f4e-bb3f-c32e57f45586
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/58272620-e906-428e-893b-faa6224b4f7d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£42,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£42,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Mar 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Mar 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Mar 20241 years ago
Contract Period
4 Mar 2024 - 3 Mar 2025 6-12 months
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
ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Amy Silkstone
Contact Email
amy.silkstone@essex.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CHELMSFORD
Postcode
CM1 1QH
Post Town
Chelmsford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH36 Heart of Essex
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Chelmsford
Electoral Ward
Moulsham and Central
Westminster Constituency
Chelmsford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PROFESSIONAL DATA MANAGEMENT SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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