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Apprenticeships and Operational Training Framework

NORTHERN GAS NETWORKS LIMITED

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

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12 Nov 2021 at 15:29

Tender

12 Mar 2021 at 14:50

Summary of the contracting process

Northern Gas Networks Limited has recently completed a tender process titled "Apprenticeships and Operational Training Framework" within the education and training services industry. The contracting authority, based in Leeds, UK, was seeking qualified suppliers to deliver training services split into two lots: LOT 1 focuses on Apprenticeships providing various levels of training for Gas Network Operatives and Technicians, while LOT 2 is aimed at an Operational Training Framework covering essential training courses across their network. The procurement process was conducted through a selective method with a prior call for competition, finalising with a signing date for contracts on 1 November 2021.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in educational and training services relevant to the gas industry. Companies with expertise in delivering apprenticeship programmes that meet the national standards, as well as those providing operational courses across a wide geographic area, would be well-positioned to compete. The active contracts stem from the need to train a workforce capable of following current operational standards, which is critical for growth in the sector, making this a lucrative avenue for training providers looking to expand their reach in a regulated industry.

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Notice Title

Apprenticeships and Operational Training Framework

Notice Description

As part of Northern Gas Networks continued requirements for training and development and as to the current contracts in place due to expire, we are running a new tender event. The scope of requirements will be divided into 2 individual LOT's as follows; LOT 1 - Apprenticeships LOT 2 - Operational Training Framework

Lot Information

LOT 1 Apprenticeships

LOT 1 requirements are for Northern Gas Networks to contract with a Training Provider to deliver Apprentice Training Services for Apprentices as below: * Maintenance Operations Engineering Technicians Level 3: 10-15 * Gas Network Operative Level 2: 10-12 * Gas Network Craftsperson Level 3: 10-12Training programmes must conform to the current apprentice standards at contract commencement date and the apprentice programme must include the following qualifications: - Gas Network Operative Level 2- Service & Mains Laying - Gas Network Craftsperson Level 3 - Emergency Response - Maintenance Operations Engineering Technician Level 3-Pathways Mechanical and Electrical & Instrumentation

Renewal: 3 x 1 year extension provisions available for NGN to use at our discretion

LOT 2 - Operational Training Framework

LOT 2 is a Framework Contract requirement to provide operational training courses across the whole of NGN's Network. NGN Courses should be run to the maximum capacity allowed and be held between 1st April until 30th September each year. Essential Criteria is as follows; * Feed Back Forms to be completed during the training and managed by the training provider. Completed Forms to be issued to NGNs nominated representative 48 hours after completion. * Full joining instructions are to be sent to NGNs nominated representative at least 14 days prior to the commencement of the course. * Registers of attendance must be scanned and emailed no later than 48 hours after each course to NGNs nominated contact * Certificates must be applied for by Suppliers as soon as courses completed * Certificates are to be issued to NGNs nominated contact within agreed timescales. Certificates should contain a breakdown of content on each element of training completed to achieve the overall certification. * Suppliers are to supply all equipment/plant for both Technical and Non-Technical including stationery. NGN Operatives will supply their own PPE. * Most current and up to date training materials must be used. (Versions/examples of the materials used are requested within this RFP)

Renewal: 3 x 1 year extension provisions available for NGN to use at our discretion

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-029b45
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028368-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated procedure with prior call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£8,550,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Nov 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
31 Mar 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Nov 20214 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTHERN GAS NETWORKS LIMITED
Contact Name
Rebecca Rowley
Contact Email
rrowley@northerngas.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 7935077342

Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS15 8TU
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLE42 Leeds

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Garforth & Swillington
Westminster Constituency
Leeds East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
4
Supplier Names

DEVELOP TRAINING

EXPEDIENT TRAINING SERVICES

JTL

LOMAX TRAINING SERVICES

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