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Dynamic Purchasing System for Foundation Apprenticeships

ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL

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02 Feb 2021 at 14:56

Summary of the contracting process

Aberdeenshire Council is currently conducting a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) tender titled "Dynamic Purchasing System for Foundation Apprenticeships." This procurement, categorised under education and training services, is based in Aberdeenshire, UK. The tender process is active and runs under a selective procurement method, with a total estimated value of £7.5 million. Key deadlines include the tender submission deadline on 4th March 2021 and the second stage invitation date on 29th March 2021. Participants can utilise the PCS-Tender platform for submissions.

This DPS presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in education and training services, particularly those that can deliver Foundation Apprenticeships at levels 4, 5, and 6. Companies that demonstrate experience in apprenticeships and can support additional related projects are encouraged to apply. With the DPS design allowing multiple lots for various educational frameworks, businesses keen on entering the public sector, enhancing community benefits, or showcasing innovative delivery methods stand to gain from participation.

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Notice Title

Dynamic Purchasing System for Foundation Apprenticeships

Notice Description

This DPS is being run by Aberdeenshire Council to procure the services of suitable providers to deliver Foundation Apprenticeships at Level 6 and Level 4/5, Pathways Apprenticeships and any other related projects. The Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) will be up to 5-year duration to provide timetabled delivery of Foundation Apprenticeships in our academies, utilising a combination of existing school staff and sub-contracted external providers. Lots will be established for the delivery of each framework (subject) area. Within each, these may be subdivided to cover separate schools (or groups of schools) within Aberdeenshire, depending on geography and pupil take-up.

Lot Information

Lot 1 - Level 6 - Foundation Apprenticeships

The DPS is split into 4 lots. Lot 1 is for Level 6 Foundation Apprenticeships

Lot 3 - Pathway Apprenticeships

The DPS will consist of 4 Lots, and Lot 3 will cover Pathway Apprenticeships.

Lot 4 - Any Other Related Projects

The DPS will consist of 4 Lots, and Lot 4 will cover the Council's requirement for any additional requirements associated with new projects. We would encourage all suppliers to submit for this Lot

Lot 2 - Level 4 & 5 Foundation Apprenticeships

The DPS will consist of 4 Lots, and Lot 2 will cover Level 4 & 5 Foundation Apprenticeships.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-028f6a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002068-2021
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
£7,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£7,500,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Feb 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Mar 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB16 5GB
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Midstocket/Rosemount
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen North

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