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Open College Network NI in partnership with EA Youth Service (DAC)

EDUCATION AUTHORITY

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19 Jul 2021 at 09:16

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Open College Network NI in partnership with EA Youth Service (DAC)" contract, initiated by the Education Authority, involves providing accredited training services specifically designed for vulnerable populations. This contract, categorised under education and training services, has a total value of £270,000 and runs from 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2024. The procurement method employed was a limited award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition, reflecting the unique nature of the required services that only one supplier, Open College Network, can fulfil. The contract was signed on 20 May 2021, and the bid process recorded a single submission.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses in the education and training sector, particularly those that offer accredited courses tailored to meet the needs of hard-to-reach groups. Businesses that specialise in innovative educational programmes, especially those targeting barriers to learning and supporting vulnerable populations, would be well-suited to engage in this tender. Additionally, companies with a proven track record in partnership with regional authorities or local educational institutions could capitalise on similar opportunities to enhance their service offerings and expand their market presence.

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Notice Title

Open College Network NI in partnership with EA Youth Service (DAC)

Notice Description

BSP-21-017 Open College Network NI in partnership with EA Youth Service (DAC), For the period 1 April 2021 to the 31 March 2024

Lot Information

Lot 1

OCN Programmes support EA CYPS to address educational underachievement towards closing the gap and addressing barriers to learning.

Procurement Information

OCN NI are the sole supplier of the accredited training courses that meet the specific needs of hard to reach vulnerable people. The suite of accredited training offered reflects the mission statement and value base of EA. There is no other supplier who can provide this service.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02c95c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016879-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a 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
£270,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jul 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 May 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
EDUCATION AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
business.procure@eani.org.uk
Contact Phone
+44 2825661344

Buyer Location

Locality
BALLYMENA
Postcode
BT42 2HS
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN0F Mid and East Antrim
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland

Local Authority
Mid and East Antrim
Electoral Ward
Ballee and Harryville
Westminster Constituency
North Antrim

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OPEN COLLEGE NETWORK

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