Award

Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA) Supplies and Services

STUDENT LOANS COMPANY

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

20 Jul 2023 at 09:05

TenderUpdate

12 May 2022 at 09:05

Tender

07 Apr 2022 at 18:05

Planning

04 Feb 2022 at 14:15

Summary of the contracting process

The Student Loans Company is seeking to establish a framework agreement to deliver Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) Supplies and Services. The procurement is in the planning stage and is expected to have an estimated value of £300-£400 million GBP over five years. The framework will cover needs assessments, assistive technology training, and support services. The framework will include geographic lots covering different regions in the UK.

This tender opportunity can benefit small or medium enterprises (SMEs) that have experience in delivering services to disabled customers. Businesses providing computer equipment, software, ergonomic furniture, specialist training services, and health services may find this tender suitable for their services. The procurement method is selective with a restricted procedure, and interested parties must comply with the submission terms provided. Key dates for the procurement include a planned supplier day event for interested participants.

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Notice Title

Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA) Supplies and Services

Notice Description

SLC is seeking to establish a framework agreement with suppliers to deliver the following: assessment of study needs, assistive technology (AT), assistive technology (AT) training, and the associated support services. English and Welsh domiciled DSA customers are in scope, with services extending nationwide. To access DSA support, customers will have a needs assessment appointment with a specialist for a discussion - catered to their individual circumstances - about the best type of support available to them. Assistive technology (AT) supply includes computers and software in addition to a range of other equipment such as ergonomic furniture, computer peripherals (printers and scanners), voice recorders, and other specialist items such as braille readers. AT training and ongoing support are services that will be made available to all DSA customers.

Lot Information

Lot Geographic Lots

SLC is seeking to establish a framework agreement with suppliers to deliver the following: Needs Assessments - a one-to-one appointment with a specialist to determine the customers' specific needs and create their recommended support package. Assistive Technology (AT) - the supply, delivery and set-up of specialist equipment, for example, a computer, disability-related software and / or ergonomic furniture. Suppliers will select AT items from an approved catalogue maintained by SLC. Assistive Technology (AT) Training - training on how to use any equipment and/or software that has been recommended. Support Services - a helpdesk to answer queries and provide information and guidance. Where repairs are necessary, process insurance and warranty claims and provide loan equipment when required. Support services also include processing any upgrades and review of needs requested. Additional information: DSA is a non-income assessed grant and is available to eligible higher education customers in full time, part-time, post-graduate and distance learning courses who have a disability as defined under the Equality Act 2010. SLC is a non-profit making government-owned organisation that administers loans and grants to our customers in colleges and universities in the UK.

Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA) Supplies and Services - Geographic Lots

SLC is seeking to establish a framework agreement with suppliers to deliver the following: Needs Assessments - a one-to-one appointment with a specialist to determine the customers' specific needs and create their recommended support package. Assistive Technology (AT) - the supply, delivery and set-up of specialist equipment, for example, a computer, disability-related software and / or ergonomic furniture. Suppliers will select AT items from an approved catalogue maintained by SLC. Assistive Technology (AT) Training - training on how to use any equipment and/or software that has been recommended. Support Services - a helpdesk to answer queries and provide information and guidance; provision of resolution of repairs and breakages; and loan equipment when required. Support services also include processing any upgrades and review of needs requested. Additional information: DSA is a non-income assessed grant and is available to eligible higher education customers in full time, part-time, post-graduate and distance learning courses who have a disability as defined under the Equality Act 2010. SLC is a non-profit making government-owned organisation that administers loans and grants to our customers in colleges and universities in the UK.

Options: Option to extend for a further 2 x 12 month periods at the buyer's discretion and subject to satisfactory service provision

Renewal: The framework will last for 36 months with the option to extend for a further 2 x 12 month periods at the buyer's discretion and subject to satisfactory service provision. Following this period the framework will be subject to a further procurement exercise.

Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA) Supplies and Services - Geographic Lots

SLC is seeking to establish a framework agreement with suppliers to deliver the following: Needs Assessments - a one-to-one appointment with a specialist to determine the customers' specific needs and create their recommended support package. Assistive Technology (AT) - the supply, delivery and set-up of specialist equipment, for example, a computer, disability-related software and / or ergonomic furniture. Suppliers will select AT items from an approved catalogue maintained by SLC. Assistive Technology (AT) Training - training on how to use any equipment and/or software that has been recommended. Support Services - a helpdesk to answer queries and provide information and guidance; provision of resolution of repairs and breakages; and loan equipment when required. Support services also include processing any upgrades and review of needs requested. Additional information: DSA is a non-income assessed grant and is available to eligible higher education customers in full time, part-time, post-graduate and distance learning courses who have a disability as defined under the Equality Act 2010. SLC is a non-profit making government-owned organisation that administers loans and grants to our customers in colleges and universities in the UK.

Options: Option to extend for a further 2 x 12 month periods at the buyer's discretion and subject to satisfactory service provision

Renewal: The framework will last for 36 months with the option to extend for a further 2 x 12 month periods at the buyer's discretion and subject to satisfactory service provision. Following this period the framework will be subject to a further procurement exercise.

Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA) Supplies and Services - Geographic Lots

SLC is seeking to establish a framework agreement with suppliers to deliver the following: Needs Assessments - a one-to-one appointment with a specialist to determine the customers' specific needs and create their recommended support package. Assistive Technology (AT) - the supply, delivery and set-up of specialist equipment, for example, a computer, disability-related software and / or ergonomic furniture. Suppliers will select AT items from an approved catalogue maintained by SLC. Assistive Technology (AT) Training - training on how to use any equipment and/or software that has been recommended. Support Services - a helpdesk to answer queries and provide information and guidance; provision of resolution of repairs and breakages; and loan equipment when required. Support services also include processing any upgrades and review of needs requested. Additional information: DSA is a non-income assessed grant and is available to eligible higher education customers in full time, part-time, post-graduate and distance learning courses who have a disability as defined under the Equality Act 2010. SLC is a non-profit making government-owned organisation that administers loans and grants to our customers in colleges and universities in the UK.

Options: Option to extend for a further 2 x 12 month periods at the buyer's discretion and subject to satisfactory service provision

Renewal: The framework will last for 36 months with the option to extend for a further 2 x 12 month periods at the buyer's discretion and subject to satisfactory service provision. Following this period the framework will be subject to a further procurement exercise.

Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA) Supplies and Services - Geographic Lots

SLC is seeking to establish a framework agreement with suppliers to deliver the following: Needs Assessments - a one-to-one appointment with a specialist to determine the customers' specific needs and create their recommended support package. Assistive Technology (AT) - the supply, delivery and set-up of specialist equipment, for example, a computer, disability-related software and / or ergonomic furniture. Suppliers will select AT items from an approved catalogue maintained by SLC. Assistive Technology (AT) Training - training on how to use any equipment and/or software that has been recommended. Support Services - a helpdesk to answer queries and provide information and guidance; provision of resolution of repairs and breakages; and loan equipment when required. Support services also include processing any upgrades and review of needs requested. Additional information: DSA is a non-income assessed grant and is available to eligible higher education customers in full time, part-time, post-graduate and distance learning courses who have a disability as defined under the Equality Act 2010. SLC is a non-profit making government-owned organisation that administers loans and grants to our customers in colleges and universities in the UK.

Options: Option to extend for a further 2 x 12 month periods at the buyer's discretion and subject to satisfactory service provision.

Renewal: The framework will last for 36 months with the option to extend for a further 2 x 12 month periods at the buyer's discretion and subject to satisfactory service provision. Following this period the framework will be subject to a further procurement exercise.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-031369
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020881-2023
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

48 - Software package and information systems

50 - Repair and maintenance services

80 - Education and training services

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

30213000 - Personal computers

30213100 - Portable computers

30237000 - Parts, accessories and supplies for computers

39000000 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

48000000 - Software package and information systems

50300000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to personal computers, office equipment, telecommunications and audio-visual equipment

80510000 - Specialist training services

80533000 - Computer-user familiarisation and training services

85140000 - Miscellaneous health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£400,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
£400,000,000 £100M-£1B
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£100,000,000 £100M-£1B

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jul 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 May 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
25 Mar 2022Expired
Award Date
6 Jul 20232 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
June 2026

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
STUDENT LOANS COMPANY
Contact Name
Rhod Stone
Contact Email
rhod_stone@slc.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1413062000

Buyer Location

Locality
DARLINGTON
Postcode
DL1 1RW
Post Town
Darlington
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC33 Darlington
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales, TLM Scotland, TLN Northern Ireland

Local Authority
Darlington
Electoral Ward
Red Hall & Lingfield
Westminster Constituency
Darlington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

CAPITA BUSINESS SERVICES

STUDY TECH

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