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Provision of Modern Foreign Language (MFL) Teaching (GCU)

GLASGOW CALEDONIAN UNIVERSITY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

20 Aug 2024 at 09:33

Tender

05 Apr 2024 at 15:05

Summary of the contracting process

Glasgow Caledonian University is seeking contractors for the provision of Modern Foreign Language (MFL) teaching services under the title "Provision of Modern Foreign Language (MFL) Teaching (GCU)." Classified under the education and training services category, this procurement focuses on services provided at the university’s Glasgow location (UKM82). The procurement process, using the open procedure method, is in the "active" stage with a key submission deadline on 10th May 2024. Prospective contractors must be able to offer teaching across various languages, including French, Spanish, German, and Italian, at different proficiency levels. Contracts are expected to cover services until 2028, commencing from the award date of 10th May 2024. This process involves electronic submission of bids and will be managed through the PCS-Tender platform.

This tender creates substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in educational services, particularly those with capabilities in multilingual instruction. Eligible firms will benefit from long-term engagement and substantial contract values, enhancing their portfolio and market presence. The project is well-suited for larger educational providers with a solid track record in delivering diverse language education, comprehensive service delivery methodologies, quality assurance measures, and sustainable procurement practices. Smaller SMEs may find the criteria challenging; however, consortiums or partnerships could provide a pathway to meet the university's requirements, thereby fostering business growth and expanding service offerings.

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Notice Title

Provision of Modern Foreign Language (MFL) Teaching (GCU)

Notice Description

Glasgow Caledonian University is seeking a Contractor(s) for the provision of Modern Foreign Language (MFL) Teaching. The University will offer Modern Foreign Language (MFL) teaching through: (i) the formal credit structure of the Bachelor of Arts with Honours in International Business with Languages (IBL) programme (two core languages per level, language choice set at year 1 in consultation with student and carried through to completion of programme); (ii) optional credit structure of the Bachelor of Arts with Honours in International Business (one language option per level); and (iii) Master of Urban Climate and Sustainability (Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters) programme (introductory level French, German or Spanish only). Students will participate in a range of levels of language learning including introductory, preliminary, intermediate, general, professional and advanced. Potential providers must be able to offer provision at these levels. It is anticipated that there will be student demand for modules in French, Spanish, German and Italian across the majority of all levels.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Glasgow Caledonian University is seeking a Contractor(s) for the provision of Modern Foreign Language (MFL) Teaching. The University will offer Modern Foreign Language (MFL) teaching through: (i) the formal credit structure of the Bachelor of Arts with Honours in International Business with Languages (IBL) programme (two core languages per level, language choice set at year 1 in consultation with student and carried through to completion of programme); (ii) optional credit structure of the Bachelor of Arts with Honours in International Business (one language option per level); and (iii) Master of Urban Climate and Sustainability (Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters) programme (introductory level French, German or Spanish only). Students will participate in a range of levels of language learning including introductory, preliminary, intermediate, general, professional and advanced. Potential providers must be able to offer provision at these levels. It is anticipated that there will be student demand for modules in French, Spanish, German and Italian across the majority of all levels.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04501a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026422-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

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
Large

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
£659,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Aug 20241 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
GLASGOW CALEDONIAN UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@gcu.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1413313578

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G4 0BA
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CITY OF GLASGOW COLLEGE

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