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T24-199BUS Derry Strabane's Numeracy Upskilling Programme

DERRY CITY AND STRABANE DISTRICT COUNCIL

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07 Apr 2025 at 11:34

Summary of the contracting process

Derry City and Strabane District Council has completed its procurement process for the "T24-199BUS Derry Strabane's Numeracy Upskilling Programme" under the Education and Training Services category. This tender, part of the UK government-funded Multiply programme, aims to enhance adult numeracy skills within the Derry City and Strabane District Council area. The procurement was conducted as an open procedure, adhering to the regulations stated in the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The primary procurement stage has progressed to the award stage, with the final contract for Lot 1 being signed on 20th December 2024. The contract, valued at £24,700, has been awarded to Craft Training Ltd, while Lots 2 and 3 were cancelled due to unsuccessful bids.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for organisations specialising in educational and training services, particularly those with experience in adult education and community-oriented programmes. Businesses with expertise in vocational training, higher education, and supporting adult learners will find this contract highly relevant. Moreover, companies with strong community ties and the ability to cater to specialised training needs, such as upskilling previous offenders, will be well-suited to compete. This initiative supports the economic vision for a balanced economy and increased productivity, making it a significant opportunity for qualified suppliers seeking to expand their business by contributing to regional development initiatives.

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Notice Title

T24-199BUS Derry Strabane's Numeracy Upskilling Programme

Notice Description

Multiply is an adult numeracy programme funded by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. Tailored for adults over 19, it aims to improve adult numeracy skills, confidence with numbers and career prospects. It's designed to help people looking to boost their career, support family learning, get new qualifications or better manage their finances. Numeracy is a vital skill and the PS5.9m Multiply programme will boost the competence and confidence of over 3,000 adults and in turn enhance their opportunities for further training and employment. The Department for the Economy (DfE) is leading on the delivery of the Multiply programme in the North of Ireland. The programme will support the economic vision for a regionally balanced economy with good jobs and increased productivity which delivers on decarbonisation. The Multiply programme is being delivered by Further Education Colleges, Universities and Councils in collaboration with the community and voluntary sector. Through the Multiply programme, DCSDC strive to improve adult numeracy skills within the Derry City and Strabane District Council area. This procurement exercise focuses on three initiatives, in which DCSDC are seeking tenders from organisations who have the required experience, expertise, qualifications and connections within the community, to deliver and manage one, two, or all the following initiatives: Progression Through Numeracy - Level 2, Progression Through Numeracy - Industry, OU Upskilling - Previous Offenders. Please refer to the CfT documents for further details.

Lot Information

Lot 1: Progression Through Numeracy - Level 2

Multiply is an adult numeracy programme funded by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. Tailored for adults over 19, it aims to improve adult numeracy skills, confidence with numbers and career prospects. It's designed to help people looking to boost their career, support family learning, get new qualifications or better manage their finances. Numeracy is a vital skill and the PS5.9m Multiply programme will boost the competence and confidence of over 3,000 adults and in turn enhance their opportunities for further training and employment. The Department for the Economy (DfE) is leading on the delivery of the Multiply programme in the North of Ireland. The programme will support the economic vision for a regionally balanced economy with good jobs and increased productivity which delivers on decarbonisation. The Multiply programme is being delivered by Further Education Colleges, Universities and Councils in collaboration with the community and voluntary sector. Through the Multiply programme, DCSDC strive to improve adult numeracy skills within the Derry City and Strabane District Council area. This procurement exercise focuses on three initiatives, in which DCSDC are seeking tenders from organisations who have the required experience, expertise, qualifications and connections within the community, to deliver and manage one, two, or all the following initiatives: Progression Through Numeracy - Level 2, Progression Through Numeracy - Industry, OU Upskilling - Previous Offenders. Please refer to the CfT documents for further details.

Lot 2: Progression Through Numeracy - Industry

Multiply is an adult numeracy programme funded by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. Tailored for adults over 19, it aims to improve adult numeracy skills, confidence with numbers and career prospects. It's designed to help people looking to boost their career, support family learning, get new qualifications or better manage their finances. Numeracy is a vital skill and the PS5.9m Multiply programme will boost the competence and confidence of over 3,000 adults and in turn enhance their opportunities for further training and employment. The Department for the Economy (DfE) is leading on the delivery of the Multiply programme in the North of Ireland. The programme will support the economic vision for a regionally balanced economy with good jobs and increased productivity which delivers on decarbonisation. The Multiply programme is being delivered by Further Education Colleges, Universities and Councils in collaboration with the community and voluntary sector. Through the Multiply programme, DCSDC strive to improve adult numeracy skills within the Derry City and Strabane District Council area. This procurement exercise focuses on three initiatives, in which DCSDC are seeking tenders from organisations who have the required experience, expertise, qualifications and connections within the community, to deliver and manage one, two, or all the following initiatives: Progression Through Numeracy - Level 2, Progression Through Numeracy - Industry, OU Upskilling - Previous Offenders. Please refer to the CfT documents for further details.

Lot 3: OU Upskilling - Previous Offenders

Multiply is an adult numeracy programme funded by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. Tailored for adults over 19, it aims to improve adult numeracy skills, confidence with numbers and career prospects. It's designed to help people looking to boost their career, support family learning, get new qualifications or better manage their finances. Numeracy is a vital skill and the PS5.9m Multiply programme will boost the competence and confidence of over 3,000 adults and in turn enhance their opportunities for further training and employment. The Department for the Economy (DfE) is leading on the delivery of the Multiply programme in the North of Ireland. The programme will support the economic vision for a regionally balanced economy with good jobs and increased productivity which delivers on decarbonisation. The Multiply programme is being delivered by Further Education Colleges, Universities and Councils in collaboration with the community and voluntary sector. Through the Multiply programme, DCSDC strive to improve adult numeracy skills within the Derry City and Strabane District Council area. This procurement exercise focuses on three initiatives, in which DCSDC are seeking tenders from organisations who have the required experience, expertise, qualifications and connections within the community, to deliver and manage one, two, or all the following initiatives: Progression Through Numeracy - Level 2, Progression Through Numeracy - Industry, OU Upskilling - Previous Offenders. Please refer to the CfT documents for further details.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04fe09
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013376-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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

80212000 - Vocational secondary education services

80300000 - Higher education services

80400000 - Adult and other education services

80530000 - Vocational training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£24,700 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DERRY CITY AND STRABANE DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Via eTendersNI Messaging
Contact Email
tenders@derrystrabane.com
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
DERRY
Postcode
BT48 7NN
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)
TLN0A Derry City and Strabane
Delivery Location
TLN0A Derry City and Strabane

Local Authority
Derry City and Strabane
Electoral Ward
Northland
Westminster Constituency
Foyle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CRAFT TRAINING

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