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ESF Skills for Growth: Project Management for Non-Project Managers

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY (GMCA)

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05 Jul 2022 at 16:58

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Summary of the contracting process

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) has successfully awarded a contract titled "ESF Skills for Growth: Project Management for Non-Project Managers", aimed at enhancing project management skills across various sectors in the North West of England. This initiative, worth £500,000, signifies a shift towards improving the skills of the workforce in smaller organisations where individuals often assume multiple roles. The procurement process utilised was selective, with the tender closing on 4th April 2022 and the contract period commencing from 1st May 2022, set to conclude on 30th September 2023.

This tender presents considerable opportunities for enterprises focused on providing training and upskilling services, especially those that can offer affordable and flexible delivery options. Businesses that operate within the education and training sector, particularly those with a focus on project management or vocational training, are well-positioned to compete for similar contracts. The initiative not only opens avenues for service providers but also enables them to contribute significantly to the longer-term objectives of enhancing staff retention and progression within local businesses.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ESF Skills for Growth: Project Management for Non-Project Managers

Notice Description

Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) looked to procure a lead organisation to deliver training which would support skills challenges facing businesses across the region from a wide range of sectors. Feedback from consultations with businesses across a range of sectors have highlighted the need for upskilling people with project management skills, particularly where individuals are not currently working in specific project management roles but carry out aspects of project management as part of their day-to-day job. This may be more relevant within smaller organisations where one person might be carrying out a number of different roles. Although we are aware there are numerous qualifications available in project management, this specification is more concerned with the project management skills, knowledge and techniques that individuals can apply to their day-to-day work without necessarily holding a full qualification. These skills can support business growth, create pathways for progression, and prepare people for higher apprenticeships/higher levels of learning. The specification is part of a longer-term plan to develop skills to ensure that businesses are better able to retain and progress staff. Increasing opportunities for upskilling and investing in staff training and development has been highlighted as a key factor in reducing staff turnover. The overarching aim of the package is to improve skills, create pathways for progression, and prepare people for higher apprenticeships/higher levels of learning. It is expected that training is relevant to the individuals' role within the business. Although there is some commercial training available in this space, it is often expensive and long-form, and businesses cite that they need access to more affordable, quick and flexible delivery options. This opportunity was commissioned as a further competition/call off from the education, work and skills flexible procurement system.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/30a32570-2866-4aa8-9672-61ba603d1163
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jul 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Apr 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 May 20223 years ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2022 - 30 Sep 2023 1-2 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
GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY (GMCA)
Contact Name
Emily Taylor
Contact Email
emily.taylor@greatermanchester-ca.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 6EU
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Deansgate
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE GROWTH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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