This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

11 Dec 2024 at 08:53

Tender

19 Aug 2024 at 15:20

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Police Authority (SPA) initiated a tender process for the procurement of an e-learning training platform providing licences catering to ICT technical specialists and support staff. The tender, titled "PROC 24-2625 - E-learning training platform licences," falls under the 'Educational equipment' category, with a focus on providing extensive online training content. The procurement method employed is an open procedure. The awarded contract was signed on 1 November 2024, valuing £166,816, and covers a comprehensive portfolio of high-quality training accessible on desktops and remote devices. The successful supplier is LinkedIn Ireland Unlimited Company, based in Dublin. Key dates include the initial tender notice on 19 August 2024 and subsequent updates on various dates

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities, especially for companies specialising in providing online educational and training services, particularly those accredited by recognised partners like Microsoft, Cisco, and Oracle. The mandatory requirements and the extensive training subject matter list, such as data science, cyber security, and software development, make it ideal for businesses that can offer robust and versatile educational content. SMEs with relevant expertise, particularly those adept at ICT and associated support services, would find this contract a conducive pathway for expansion and establishing a reputation within the public sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

PROC 24-2625- E-learning training platform licences

Notice Description

The Authority has a requirement for an Online training platform to supply training for ICT technical specialists and ICT support staff, for access to a minimum of 354 licences providing a comprehensive portfolio of high-quality training content, with unlimited access over the term of the contract. Ideally include desktop and remote (handheld, android etc.) access. Ability to support development within existing and aspirational career paths. MANDATORY REQUIREMENT In order to ensure a compliant bid, all tenders must provide evidence that they are an official and/or accredited partner with (or have an equal equivalent) or approved to offer official training for at least one of the following; - Microsoft - Cisco - Oracle The training platform must include the following content as a minimum (not limited to) at varying learning levels from Beginner up to Advanced; - Data Science - Database Management - Dev Ops - IT Helpsdesk - Software Development - Artificial Intelligence (AI) - Web Development - Mobile Development - Cyber Security - Network and System Administration - Network Security - Data Analysis - Agile - Project Management - Team Management - Presentation Skills - Microsoft Software Packages - Power BI - SQL - Mental Health Support - Team Working - Cisco Supporting Material - Business Analysis - Active Directory - Firewalls - Linux - WAN - Network Switches - Routers - Systems security certified practitioner (SSCP)

Lot Information

Lot 1

Open tender (FTS)

Renewal: Contract will be renewed art the end of the contract period

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0491ce
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039828-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

48 - Software package and information systems

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

39162000 - Educational equipment

48190000 - Educational software package

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£166,816 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Contract will be renewed at the end of the contract period

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Scottish Police Authority
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G51 1DZ
Postcode Area
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
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Govan
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow South West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LinkedIn Ireland Unlimited Company

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