Planning

Expressions of Interest sought for delivery of new National Careers Service in NW

GREATER MERSEYSIDE CONNEXIONS PARTNERSHIP LTD

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Planning

21 Nov 2017 at 16:54

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Greater Merseyside Connexions Partnership Ltd is seeking Expressions of Interest for the delivery of the new National Careers Service across the North West of England. This procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with a focus on adult and other education services. Interested providers should note that the deadline for submissions is set for 6pm on 30 November 2017. This opportunity encompasses the Liverpool City Region, Greater Manchester, Cheshire, Warrington, and Lancashire.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in educational services, particularly those specialising in information, advice, and guidance (IAG) services. Qualifications in delivering training and support to adults and young people will be advantageous, making this tender suitable for charities, educational providers, and organisations with experience in career counselling and guidance. Successful applicants will be able to contribute to the National Careers Service's aim of delivering face-to-face support to priority groups across the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Expressions of Interest sought for delivery of new National Careers Service in NW

Notice Description

ESFA have initiated the process of procuring the new National Careers Service (NCS) across England. The National Careers Service provides information, advice and guidance to help people make decisions on learning, training and work. The service offers confidential and impartial advice and is delivered by qualified careers advisers. The service delivered through the new area based contracts will primarily be 'face to face' with a focus on nationally defined priority groups. Career Connect (formerly Greater Merseyside Connexions Partnership - GMCP) is a Matrix accredited Charity delivering Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) services and intensive support that enables young people and adults across the North West achieve their potential. We have delivered NCS since 1997, when it was known as Next Step. We have been prime contract holders for the NW NCS and hold Prime contracts for services including ESFA/ESF NEET and NOMS CFO3 programmes. We hold the Merlin Standard for supply chain management. We are seeking Expressions of Interest from providers who would like to form part of our supply chain covering the NW area based contract for Liverpool City Region, Greater Manchester, Cheshire, Warrington and Lancashire. To find out more, including instructions on how to express your interest please go to http://www.careerconnect.org.uk/partnerships. The DEADLINE for submission is 6pm 30 November 2017.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-eb044e17-dd07-4351-b990-b5fd220f7143
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e6051f8c-e930-4f1e-8350-4c0354197042
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80400000 - Adult and other education services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Nov 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
23 Feb 2018Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GREATER MERSEYSIDE CONNEXIONS PARTNERSHIP LTD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L2 3YL
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
City Centre North
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Further Information

Notice Documents

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