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T1111 - Apprenticeship Training Provider - Sep 24

UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX

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03 Apr 2025 at 12:47

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Essex has completed the procurement process for the project titled "T1111 - Apprenticeship Training Provider - Sep 24" under the industry category of Training Services (CPV code 80500000). Located in Colchester, the procurement employed a selective method, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, with a contract valued at £300,000. The tendering period concluded on 23rd September 2024, and the contract spans from 30th September 2024 to 31st December 2025. The supplier awarded is Multiverse Group Ltd, a large enterprise based in London.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the training and educational service sectors, particularly those focusing on apprenticeship programmes. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are especially encouraged to compete, as the suitability criteria support these organisations. By participating, businesses can establish or expand their service offerings within the educational sector and forge strong partnerships with esteemed institutions such as the University of Essex. This contract signifies a robust opportunity for growth and collaboration within the dynamic and continually evolving field of apprenticeship training.

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Notice Title

T1111 - Apprenticeship Training Provider - Sep 24

Notice Description

Levy funded specific data related apprenticeship opportunities Business Data Cohort October 2024 Rapid Award Call Off - Apprenticeship Training Dynamic Marketplace - RM6102

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/057daad0-9940-4ac5-8997-a02e4e654ea3
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80500000 - Training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
29 Sep 2024 - 31 Dec 2025 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COLCHESTER
Postcode
CO4 3SQ
Post Town
Colchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Colchester
Electoral Ward
Wivenhoe
Westminster Constituency
Harwich and North Essex

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MULTIVERSE GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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