Tender

Provision of Foreign Language Training (FLT)

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Tender

17 Nov 2023 at 12:36

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) is seeking to procure Foreign Language Training (FLT) services to support Defence Engagement, Defence Intelligence, and Operations. The tender, titled 'Provision of Foreign Language Training (FLT)', falls under the services category and has a total value of £12,800,000. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage with a deadline for submissions on January 5, 2024. The contract period is set for 720 days with potential renewal options.

This opportunity provided by the MOD is ideal for businesses offering education and training services within the UK. The procurement method is open, and interested suppliers need to meet suitability criteria with no conditions for participation. The submission method includes electronic and written submissions. The UK Defence Academy in Shrivenham is the designated delivery address. Businesses looking to expand in the language training sector and work closely with the UK Ministry of Defence should consider bidding for this lucrative tender.

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Notice Title

Provision of Foreign Language Training (FLT)

Notice Description

The UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) Centre for Languages & Culture (DCLC) ('the Authority') requires the provision of Foreign Language Training (FLT) in support of Defence Engagement, Defence Intelligence and Operations. Effective language training is a critical enabler and DCLC ensures that students are trained to the necessary standards to perform their designated roles. As part of the International Group, DCLC delivers language training in support of Defence outputs. This includes delivery of FLT to UK military personnel in preparation for roles within Defence Engagement, Defence Intelligence and Operations. DCLC is directly responsible for delivering critical foreign language capability to support operational readiness and meet military role requirements.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) Centre for Languages & Culture (DCLC) ('the Authority') requires the provision of Foreign Language Training (FLT) in support of Defence Engagement, Defence Intelligence and Operations. Effective language training is a critical enabler and DCLC ensures that students are trained to the necessary standards to perform their designated roles. As part of the International Group, DCLC delivers language training in support of Defence outputs. This includes delivery of FLT to UK military personnel in preparation for roles within Defence Engagement, Defence Intelligence and Operations. DCLC is directly responsible for delivering critical foreign language capability to support operational readiness and meet military role requirements.

Options: There is the potential of two optional years on a + 1 year + 1 year basis and based on performance and affordability considerations.

Renewal: Intention to re-let

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-041ad4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034094-2023
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open 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

80580000 - Provision of language courses

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£12,800,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£6,400,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Nov 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jan 2024Expired
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
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
ukstratcom-comrcl-jfd@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SHRIVENHAM
Postcode
SN6 8LA
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Vale of White Horse
Electoral Ward
Watchfield & Shrivenham
Westminster Constituency
Witney

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