Tender

Apprenticeship Scheme(s) Phase Three and Associated Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Training

THE BRITISH BROADCASTING CORPORATION (BBC)

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Tender

02 Jan 2019 at 11:47

Summary of the contracting process

The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) is seeking providers for its "Apprenticeship Scheme(s) Phase Three and Associated Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Training" under a selective procurement method. This opportunity, classified under education and training services, is currently in the tendering stage, with the submission deadline set for 25th January 2019. The total value of the framework agreement is £6,937,000, and the contract period will commence on 29th May 2019, extending initially for two years, with potential for extensions not exceeding 24 months, contingent on the BBC’s discretion.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in educational services, particularly those specialising in apprenticeship training and continuous professional development. Companies with experience in large-scale training programmes, adept in developing customised curricula for sectors like media, would be well-positioned to compete. The invitation to express interest via the BBC's BravoSolution e-Tendering portal enhances accessibility for both small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) hoping to expand their footprint in the UK media training landscape.

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Notice Title

Apprenticeship Scheme(s) Phase Three and Associated Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Training

Notice Description

The BBC has a requirement to appoint a number of providers to a framework agreement for the provision of Apprenticeship Schemes Phase Three and associated Continuous Professional Development Training. These Apprenticeship Scheme(s) require the Providers to teach, support, assess and award to an agreed curriculum. The Providers shall deliver apprenticeship standards in order to grow the talent of the UK media industry and support future skillset needs across the BBC. In addition the BBC will also require successful applicants to offer additional non-apprenticeship Continuous Professional Development Training for BBC staff for all lots apart from Lot 1. CPD Pathways will offer short, structured and accredited courses derived from the certificate, diploma and degree elements of the apprenticeship. User-elected CPD provides individual classes or modules from the curriculum and allows BBC staff and their managers the freedom to complete modules as and when required. The Framework Agreement(s) will have an initial term of two years commencing on 29th May 2019 and ending on 28th May 2021. The Framework Agreement may be extended The Framework Agreement may be extended at the BBC's discretion numerous times and by any increment. The total duration of the combined extensions shall not exceed 24 months. If the BBC wishes to exercise this option, it will give written notice to the successful Tenderer(s) no later than three months prior to the end of the initial . Additional information: Please register your interest in this project by taking the following steps: 1 - Register your company on the BravoSolution e-Tendering portal (this is only required once): 1.1 Go to https://bbc.bravosolution.co.uk 1.2 - Click the link on the login page to register. 1.3 Accept the terms and conditions and click 'Continue'. 1.4 - Enter your correct business and user details. 1.5 - Note the username you chose and click 'Save' when complete. 1.6 - You will shortly receive an email with your temporary password. 2 - Express an interest in the tender: 2.1 - Login to the portal with the username/password. 2.2 - Click the 'PQQs/ITTs Open to all Suppliers' link. (These are Pre-Qualification Questionnaires or Invitations to Tender open to any registered supplier). 2.3 - Click on the relevant PQQ/ITT to access the content. 2.4 - Click the 'Express Interest' button at the top of the page. This will move the PQQ/ITT into your 'My PQQs/My ITTs page. (This is a secure area reserved for your projects only). 2.5 - You can now access any attachments by clicking 'Buyer Attachments' in the 'PQQ/ITT Details' box. 3. Responding to the tender: 3.1 - Click 'My Response' under PQQ/ITT Details', you can choose to 'Create Response' or to 'Decline to Respond' (please give a reason if declining). 3.2 - You can now use the 'Messages' function to communicate with the buyer and seek any clarification. 3.3 - Note the deadline for completion, then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the PQQ/ITT. There may be a mixture of online and offline actions for you to perform (there is detailed online help available). 3.4 You must then submit your reply using the 'Submit Response' button at the top of the page. If you require any further assistance, please consult the online help, or contact the Bravo e-Tendering help desk.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f0eb680d-977b-4300-9b78-1da67d634c8c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b0da6c32-2a8a-4069-b310-ebd30ea32111
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,937,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jan 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Jan 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
28 May 2019 - 28 May 2023 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE BRITISH BROADCASTING CORPORATION (BBC)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
W1A 1AA
Post Town
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
West End
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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