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DEVELOPMENT AND DELIVERY OF NORTH EAST ADCS "STEPPING INTO SYSTEM LEADERSHIP" PROGRAMME

DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL

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19 Feb 2025 at 11:39

Summary of the contracting process

Durham County Council has completed the award phase of a public procurement process for the development and delivery of the "Stepping into System Leadership" programme in the North East of the United Kingdom. This contract, valued at £100,000, falls under the Education and Training Services industry category and was awarded to VSC Plus. The contract period begins on 1st March 2025 and ends on 28th February 2026, with an option to extend for two additional 12-month periods. Key dates include the tender period ending on 6th January 2025 and the award publication on 19th February 2025. The procurement was conducted using a Request for Quote under Durham County Council's Contract Procedure Rules.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in bespoke training programmes, particularly those experienced in leadership development and navigating complex systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) would find this contract well-suited to their capabilities, promoting strategic and cross-agency change. By contributing to this initiative, businesses can enhance their portfolio and build strong relationships with local government entities, aiding in their business growth and expansion within the public sector.

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Notice Title

DEVELOPMENT AND DELIVERY OF NORTH EAST ADCS "STEPPING INTO SYSTEM LEADERSHIP" PROGRAMME

Notice Description

To procure a bespoke system leadership training programme for staff, to expand our existing regional Aspiring Leadership and Progression offer. The aim is to support the development of leaders capable of navigating complex systems and driving strategic, cross-agency change. Additional information: The proposed contract is to be let with an option to extend for a further 2 periods of 12 months each from the actual end date subject to Commissioner and budget approval.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ded7625-6753-4c32-99d9-38843c845670
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - Request for Quote under Durham County Council's Contract Procedure Rules
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
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2025 - 28 Feb 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Donna Iley
Contact Email
donna.iley@durham.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
DURHAM
Postcode
DH1 5UQ
Post Town
Durham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Neville's Cross
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VSC PLUS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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