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Common Awarding Organisations

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

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16 Oct 2024 at 13:26

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) has completed the award stage for the procurement process titled "Common Awarding Organisations," classified under education and training services. The procurement, which utilised an open procedure above the threshold, involved five lots: English, Maths, Hospitality and Catering, Engineering, and Textiles. The contracts were awarded to City and Guilds of London Institute and OCN London, covering multiple regions across the United Kingdom, including the North East, North West, and London. The tendering process concluded on 7th June 2024, with the contract period set from 1st October 2025 to 30th September 2029. This contract operates on an annual rebate model, ensuring no direct expenditure between MoJ and the Common Awarding Organisations, but between MoJ's contracted Core Education PES providers and CAO providers.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in education and training services, particularly those skilled in providing courses in English, Maths, Hospitality and Catering, Engineering, and Textiles. The structure and breadth of this multi-lot contract can accommodate both small and medium enterprises (SMEs), making it an enticing prospect for growth. By supplying vital educational services, businesses can establish robust relationships with governmental bodies and gain expansive regional exposure, thus enhancing their market presence. This tender is ideal for companies that are adaptable and capable of delivering high-quality educational services across diverse regions of the United Kingdom.

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Notice Title

Common Awarding Organisations

Notice Description

Contract Award Notice which covers all five Lots within the Common Awarding Organisations contract. Lot 1 (English), Lot 2 (Maths), Lot 3 (Hospitality and Catering) and Lot 5 (Engineering) awarded to City and Guilds of London Institute. Lot 4 (Textiles) awarded to OCN London. Contracts nil value, no expenditure between MoJ and the CAO. The contract is for an annual rebate, the expenditure will be between MoJ's contracted Core Education PES providers and CAO providers from October 2025.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/549c495c-840b-4989-96a4-ce0b6817cfb0
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and 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
16 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Jun 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Aug 20241 years ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2025 - 30 Sep 2029 4-5 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
MINISTRY OF JUSTICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 9AJ
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

CITY AND GUILDS OF LONDON INSTITUTE

OCN LONDON

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